The castle, which covers, the summit, owes its origin to the Venetians: its area is large, including, besides barracks and store-houses, many detached private buildings, with gardens annexed to them. When our troops took Zante in 1810, the fortifications were found in very bad repair; but much labour has subsequently been given to their improvement and extension; the expence being defrayed by the revenues of the island. The views from the castle, are extremely fine; and during the summer months, a residence here is considered much more desirable than in the city below.
