The now-uninhabited island of Spinalonga, also known as Kalydon, is located in the Elounda Gulf along Crete’s northeastern shore. During the 16th-century Venetian occupation, a defensive fortress was constructed here to protect Mirabello Bay. Today, visitors can explore the massive structure and the abandoned buildings that line its turreted walls, offering a glimpse into the island’s historical past.
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