Turrets Syndrome
Because the are we walked through was part of a large well-protected natural harbor, the builders of the fortifications understood the necessity of protecting this most vital asset. Any enemy trying to conquer Rhodes would prefer to utilize the harbor when landing their troops. As a result. this was where the walls of the town were the highest and thickest. Also, a large number of these rounded turrets were extended out from the main walls giving the defenders the ability to rain havoc on any attackers from a number of different angles.