Nafplion, one of the most picturesque towns in Greece. Located on the Argolic Gulf and with an intensely Neoclassical aspect. Nafplion was capital of the newly founded Greek State. prior to the choice of . Looming over the town is the massive crag of Palamidi, crowned by a uniquely fortified castle built during the second period of Venetian rule (1686-1715).

During the first period of Venetian rule (1389-1540), the Bourtzi fortress was erected on the small islet opposite the quay