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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.
Day Fifteen (Saturday)

July 8th 2006
I fell asleep rather quickly last night. The gentle rolling of the boat actually felt relaxing. I think if I had had a few more beers it might not have proven very therapeutic because the seas felt rather rough. At about 2:00 am I was awoken by a loud part going on somewhere near our cabin. What had been such a quiet area during my daytime snooze was now sounding like a convention was going on ... read more
Europe » Greece » South Aegean » Rhodes

Greek Flag Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more
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