# Spinalonga

> A Venetian island fortress that served as a leper colony until 1957. Boats run from Plaka, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos; allow an hour or two on the island.

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A Venetian island fortress that served as a leper colony until 1957. Boats run from Plaka, Elounda and Agios Nikolaos; allow an hour or two on the island.

- **Nearest town:** Plaka, Greece
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 35.2975, 25.7390
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