Kolona Harbor
Medieval supply harbor once sealed at night by an iron chain slung from a fortified tower.
Location
About this audio guide
This guide to Kolona Harbor in Rhodes opens in 1863, when an earthquake shook the island and a landmark on this waterfront came to grief. It reaches back to the Knights of Saint John and Grand Master Philibert de Naillac, and to the defenses that let them control who entered the harbor mouth. You'll also look at Saint Paul's Gate, its gun ports and the coats of arms set into its wall. Best heard on the quay just east of the gate.
This audio guide was created using AI.
Similar places
Saint Nicholas Fortress
Squat harbor fort rebuilt across centuries of sieges, crowned by a still-working lighthouse.
Sea Gate
Fortified harbor gateway with twin towers built to imitate a French gate two centuries older.
Charaki
Clifftop ruin of a Hospitaller fortress overlooking a small fishing harbor and beach.
Medieval City of Rhodes
Fortified medieval old town of stone walls, cobbled lanes, and Gothic knights' inns encircling a working city.
Kritinia Castle
Ruined hilltop fortress built in three tiers, with a knights' chapel and sweeping Aegean views.
Mandraki Marina & Port
Working marina where windmills, a medieval fort and bronze deer flank the ancient harbor mouth.