Perched atop the conical hill of Monte Folli, just 4 kilometers inland from Karystos, the Castello Rosso—or Kokkinokastro, as it's known in Greek—is one of the most commanding medieval fortresses in southern Evia. Its name, meaning "Red Castle," comes from the distinct reddish slate stones quarried locally, giving the walls a unique hue that glows under the Aegean sun. Though … [Read more...]
The Twin Towers of Mytikas: Medieval Guardians of the Lelantine Plain
In the quiet countryside of central Evia, just outside the village of Mytikas, stand two unexpected sentinels of stone—the Twin Towers of Mytikas. Rising above the fertile Lelantine Plain, these 15th-century Venetian watchtowers are not only remarkable for their preservation and architectural detail, but also for their rare proximity to each other—a mere 200 meters apart. Their … [Read more...]
The Castle of Fylla: Echoes of a Knight’s Revenge in the Heart of Evia
Perched on a rugged hilltop east of Chalkida, the Castle of Fylla—known locally as Kastelli and often referred to as the no castle due to the large “ΟΧΙ” (no in Greek) that is inscribed on its wall—is more than just another medieval ruin. This stone sentinel overlooking the fertile Lelantine Plain is a symbol of fierce ambition, personal betrayal, and imperial politics. Once … [Read more...]
