Tag: Greek castles

Drosoulites: The strange phenomenon in Crete and the folk tradition about the conflict between Greeks and Turks

Drosoulites! For some, a visual, natural phenomenon, and for others, a metaphysical phenomenon rooted in history. In reality, however, it is definitely a strange and extremely impressive phenomenon that occurs in Crete and specifically in Frangokastello in the prefecture of Chania. You will see it every late spring and hear from the locals telling you the legend that accompanies it and how it is interpreted. So, on the one hand, we have this unique and impressive natural phenomenon, and on the other hand, the interpretation and legend that have accompanied ...

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Kilkis:The unknown Women’s Castle of Greece (Gynaekocastro) and its history

We walk around Greece, we explore its beauties, and we learn the unknown corners of our country. Stories, myths, and legends are mixed up in a special way and we are now left to admire them as remarkable and special monuments. Some of this may be completely unknown to us. Like, for example, the unknown Women's Castle of Greece and its history. It is located in northern Greece and is impressive. One of the most special Greek castles that you can visit. One of the unknown Greek castles and its ...

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