Ruins of the abandoned Dothia tower near Emporios village on Greek Island of Chios in springtime - stock photo

Ruins of the abandoned medieval Dothia fortification (fort, fortress, castle or tower) near Emporios (or Emborios) village on Greek Island of Chios in early spring (late February). It is one of several similar fortifications used by the Genovese to protect themselves and police the region. From this and other watchtowers communication was performed with smoke signals during the day and fire signals during the night. The ruins is the property of the Greek state and open to the public with no restrictions on publishing photographs of the (historic) site.