Here, in 480 BC was famous last stand of Leonidas the Spartan King and his small brave army.
More about battle of Thermopylae:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Thermopylae
Note: In 480 BC there was a small pass betwen rocks and sea. Additionally, the wall was built there and fort.
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