Itzedin Fortress in Kalami is a monument of immense historical weight, overlooking the strategic Bay of Souda.

Built in 1872 by Reouf Pasha and named after Sultan Abdul Aziz's eldest son, Itzedin, it served as the primary defense for the harbor's entrance. However, it is most famous for its later use as a prison. Throughout the 20th century, particularly during the Greek Civil War and the military junta, it held common criminals and many political prisoners. Its stone cells are silent witnesses to some of the harshest periods of modern Greek history. The fortress's evocative atmosphere has also attracted legendary filmmakers like Theo Angelopoulos, who used it as a set for his masterpieces. Today, Itzedin stands as a powerful symbol of historical memory and political struggle.