Nafpaktos Sights & Attractions

Located on a hill above the town, the Venetian Fortress of Nafpaktos was built on the site of other ancient fortifications. Today it is very well preserved and gives great views to the area.

The statue of Cervantes at the port of Nafpaktos is dedicated to this great Spanish writer, who fought in the Battle of Lepanto when he was 23 and lost his left hand in it.

Located close to the central square of Nafpaktos, the Tower of Botsaris is a well-preserved construction that belongs today to the Foundation of Dimitris Botsaris and operates as a museum.

The statue of Giorgos Anemogiannis is found today on the western rampart near the port of Nafpaktos. Giorgos Anemogiannis (1796-1821) was born in Paxi island and took part in the deliberation of Nafpaktos from the Turks.

The picturesque church of Prophet Elias is located inside the Castle of Nafpaktos. Small in size, this chapel is made of stone and has a white cross painted on its front wall.