Photo by Anna Savelieva
Photo by Anna Savelieva

Sofia had always been fascinated by the stories of ancient castles and ruins that dotted the countryside, and spent much of her free time exploring the hills and valleys near her home.

One day, while out on a hike, Sophia stumbled upon a hidden path that she had never seen before. Curious, she followed the path as it wound its way through the dense forest, until she came upon a clearing. And there, in the center of the clearing, stood an old castle, its walls crumbling and overgrown with weeds.

Sophia couldn't believe her eyes. She had heard rumors of an abandoned castle in the area, but had never thought she would actually find it. Excitedly, she made her way to the castle gates and pushed them open.

Photo by Tobias Bjørkli
Photo by Tobias Bjørkli

Inside, the castle was even more magnificent than she had imagined. The walls were covered in frescoes and mosaics, and the floors were made of marble. Sophia explored room after room, marveling at the intricate carvings and sculptures that adorned the walls.

As she made her way to the top of the castle, Sophia felt a sense of wonder and awe wash over her. She had discovered something truly special, and she knew that she would never forget this moment.

Sophia stayed at the castle for hours, lost in the beauty and mystery of the place. And as the sun began to set, she knew that it was time to head back home. But she promised herself that she would return to the castle again and again, to uncover its secrets and to explore every inch of its ancient walls.

And from that day forward, Sophia became known as the girl who discovered the abandoned castle in Greece, and her name was forever linked to the legend and history of that castle.