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19 Jun 2026

A pedestrian walks past the medieval Stadtturm (City Tower) of Brunico (Bruneck), a historic clock tower that serves as the main gateway to the old town, Brunico, South Tyrol, Italy, on March 29, 2026.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view at golden hour shows the harbor and town of Porto Santo Stefano with boats moored in the marina, historic fortifications on the rocky promontory, and the green hills of Monte Argentario in the background, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, on June 5, 2026.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view at golden hour shows the Rocca di Porto Santo Stefano, a historic hilltop fortification overlooking the town of Porto Santo Stefano in Monte Argentario, Grosseto province, Tuscany, Italy, on June 5, 2026.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view shows the harbor of Porto Santo Stefano at dusk, with fishing boats and yachts moored at the marina and the historic Rocca di Porto Santo Stefano, a Spanish-era hilltop fortification, visible above the colorful waterfront buildings, Monte Argentario, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, on June 5, 2026.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view shows the bastions and curtain walls of Forte Filippo, a Spanish star fortification dating to the 16th century, perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea near Porto Ercole, Monte Argentario, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, on June 2, 2026.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view shows the star-shaped plan of Forte Filippo, a 16th-century Spanish fortification, on a hilltop overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea near Porto Ercole, Monte Argentario, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, on June 2, 2026. The bastioned star fort, constructed during the Spanish Stato dei Presidi, commands a strategic view of the surrounding sea and coastline.

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19 Jun 2026

An aerial view shows Forte Filippo, a 16th-century Spanish star-shaped fortress built as part of the Stato dei Presidi, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea near Porto Ercole, Monte Argentario, Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, on June 2, 2026. The fortification stands on a rocky promontory surrounded by Mediterranean scrub, with the island of Giannutri and a smaller islet visible in the background.

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7 Jun 2026

The Krakow Barbican (Barbakan Krakowski) is seen from the side of St Florian's Gate (Brama Florianska) and Planty Park in Krakow, Poland, on May 21, 2026. The circular Gothic fortification was built as an outer defensive structure protecting the main northern entrance to the Old Town and the Royal Road.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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#13644402

30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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30 Apr 2026

A general view of the Castle of Mytilene on Lesvos Island, Greece, on April 30, 2026. The Castle of Mytilene is one of the largest fortifications in the Mediterranean, located on a peninsula at the northeastern edge of the city of Mytilene. It overlooks both the northern and southern harbors. Originally built during the Byzantine period, its current form includes later additions and modifications. In the 14th century, the Genoese family of the Gattilusi expanded it significantly. After the Ottoman conquest in 1462, the castle was reinforced for artillery use. Architecturally, it is divided into the Upper Castle and the Lower Castle, featuring massive walls, towers, gates, and courtyards. Inside, there are remains of structures from various periods, including storage buildings, cisterns, a mosque, and military installations. The castle historically played a defensive role, protecting the island and controlling access to the seas. Today, it is a historical monument and popular site for visitors, offering insights into the island's history and views of the Aegean Sea.

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