Chair Stavros Mamaloukos
This session focuses on medieval and Latin-period towers in Central Greece and the Peloponnese, with new findings and architectural studies.
Petros Kounouklas & Nikolaos Karagiannis
Paliopyrgos Avlaki A Medieval Watchtower on the West Coast of the Maliac Gulf
The presentation discusses the role of this coastal tower in regional defense and maritime control Byzantine Western and Post-Byzantine Towers.
Elli Tzavella
Medieval Towers of Boeotia: Function Based on Road Networks
The speaker examines how medieval towers were positioned in relation to key travel and trade routes.
Philippos Stathoulopoulos
The Architecture of the Boeotian Towers
A detailed look at design features and construction techniques of towers found in Boeotia City Tours Istanbul.
Stefania S. Skartsis & Niovi Bouza
The “Tower of Saint Omer” in Thebes: Use and Historical Stages
A study of one of Thebes’ most important medieval towers and its changing roles over time.
Alexandra Kostarelli & Andrew Blackler
The Medieval Towers of Euboea: New Discoveries and the Role of the Local Antiquities Service
A report on recent research and conservation efforts on the island of Euboea.
Jenny Albani & Antonis Tsakalos
Medieval Skyscrapers: Venetian Freestanding Towers in Euboea (1390–1470)
This presentation covers the tall, freestanding towers built by the Venetians on the island and their symbolic and strategic importance.
Philippos Kanatouris, Stavros Mamaloukos, & Michael Miaoulis
