Karababa Castle is situated in Chalkida, Euboea(Evia).

It is built in a very strategic position, so it can control both the city of Chalkida and Evripos strait. . Probably the hill upon which it is built was fortified during the Roman era, while some identify the specific location with the Ancient Kanithos.

The Karababa Castle was constructed by the Turks in 1684 and having withstood the siege of the Venetian Morosini in 1688, it returned to the Greeks after the success of the revolution of 1821. The castle had three bastions and a large tower, while in its precinct a temple is preserved dating to the end of 19th century, dedicated to the Prophet Elijah. At the entrance of the castle you will see the tomb of the poet Giannis Skarimbas.

During your holidays in Chalkida, it is worth spending some time in the Karababa Castle, enjoying the fortifications, the 19th century cannons and of course the magnificent views of the area.