Crete is the largest island of Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea.  It is located at the southern end of the Aegean Sea and is divided into 4 major regions: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion and Lasithi, all located on the north coast of the island, with their own charms and important attractions.

Focusing on Chania as the city in which the confederacy takes place, we can say that it is a beautiful city located on the north coast of the island of Crete. The city presents itself as one of the most popular destinations in this area thanks to its beaches, its historic center and its architectural heritage. Chania also played the role of the capital of Crete, from 1847 to 1972, while today it is the second largest city of the island after Heraklion.

Things to do in Chania

• Venetian Harbour. The port of the city is a really characteristic and at the same time very sparkling area of this town. At the entrance of the port you can notice a picturesque and imposing lighthouse that was originally built by the Venetians and later renovated in the 19th century by the Egyptians.
• Mosque of the Janissaries. The building dates back to the mid-seventeenth century when it was built on the foundations of an earlier church of Byzantine origin to pay homage to the governor of the city at the time. Today it is known as the Mosque of the Janissaries a name given in homage to the Janissaries who are buried in the courtyard of the building. The mosque, consisting of a large main dome and seven smaller domes, is currently no longer a place of worship but a space that hosts exhibitions, events and temporary exhibitions.
• Old Town:
  Old Chania is the place to get lost in the alleys characterized by taverns, churches, artisans’ stores and small stores. Narrow streets surrounded by Venetian-style buildings where you can still see the coats of arms of the Venetian Republic on the doors of many houses. - https://www.greeceholidays.info/crete/things-to-do-crete/chania/
  Old Chania is the place to get lost in the alleys characterized by taverns, churches, artisans’ stores and small stores. Narrow streets surrounded by Venetian-style buildings where you can still see the coats of arms of the Venetian Republic on the doors of many houses.
• Archaeological Museum - https://www.greeceholidays.info/crete/things-to-do-crete/chania/
  Archaeological Museum - https://www.greeceholidays.info/crete/things-to-do-crete/chania/
  Archaeological Museum - https://www.greeceholidays.info/crete/things-to-do-crete/chania/
  Archaeological Museum. Among the most famous findings is the Master Imp ression (the imprint of a very large signet ring) as well as a rich series of tablets and amphorae with inscriptions in Linear B.
• Tabakaria. One of the most picturesque areas of the city is certainly Tabakaria, the district where once there were the most famous tanneries of the city built between 1820 and 1830.
• Firkas Fortress. The Firkas Fortress currently houses the Naval Museum and a small open-air theater. The museum houses exhibits that narrate the maritime traditions of Crete and Chania, through an extensive collection of nautical charts, ship models, naval instruments and other memorabilia.
• Beaches of Chania and surroundings. The western side of Crete, where Chania is located, we find Nea Chora Beach. In addition, we find excellent beaches in the north a few kilometers from the city, such as the areas Santi Apostoli and Santa Marina, but also more distant such as Maleme, Falasarna (famous for its beautiful sunsets) and Georgioypoli.

Here is a websites where you can find more information about the rest of the cities on the island, in case of having more time and want to discover the surrounding areas: VisitGreece

Chania Harbour

Old Town

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