to the presence of that church, Bourtzi was popularly referred to as the "Kastelli tou Agiou Georgiou” or the “Castle of St. George". The impregnable fort was ruined in the year 1660 with the occupation of the island by admiral Fransesco Morozini.
In the year 1823 the inhabitants of the island were able to drive away Topal - pasha. After the deliverance, the foremost lazaret of the island started functioning in Bourtzi.
In the year 1906, a school was built in the middle of the peninsula, which was funded by Andreas Syngros. The bust of Alexandros Papadiamantis that is positioned at the entrance of the school has been in place ever since its inception in the year 1925.
 In the present times, Bourtzi is a popular place for rest and recreation. The entire neighborhood is replete with stately pine trees and offers breathtaking views of the surroundings. There are numerous sites where one can still see the vestiges of the past. The primary school presently serves as a gorgeous cultural center. Inside the premises, the are exclusive conference rooms and also a marvelous summer theatre and every year it hosts theatre and musical performances.
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