Location: In Chania prefecture, on the west end of Crete
Description: It is considered one of the loveliest towns in Greece and the most picturesque town in Crete, mainly due to its historical charm of its past. Chania town has managed to retain its traditional image and unique style. |
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Location: At the Venetian harbour of Chania town
Description: Dated from the 15th-16th century, the Venetian Arsenals are long dome-roofed structures, made for ship building that flourished in Chania by this time. Some of the most fresh seafood delicacies can be found in elegant taverns close to the Arsenals. |
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Location: In Chania town
Description: The museum is housed in the Venetian church of St. Fragiskos and it exhibits improtant finds from the Neolithic and Minoan period to the late Roman. Those finds have been exacavated in Chania and Crete, in general.
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Location: Southern coast of Crete, 80 km from Chania
Description: Built by the Venetians in 1371, Fragokastello is one of the landmarks of Crete. It is an imposing structure that has also a very exciting and mysterious story.
Nearest village: Fragokastello |
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Location: In the National Park of Samaria, in Lefka Ori Mountain
Description: It is one of Europe's longest gorge, extending over a length of 16 km and hosting a plethora of rare flora and fauna species , such as Kri-Kri. It is also one of the most visited places in Crete and perfect for nature lovers.
Nearest village: Agia Roumeli |
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Location: 20 km on the east of Chania town
Description: Kalyves beach is located right at the picturesque village of the same, one of the greenest areas on Greece, very popular and friendly.
Nearest village: Kalyves |
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Location: Chania town
Description: Hammams were brought to Chania by the Turks of Asia Minor. They played an important role, as they served as places of social gatherings. They are also interesting architectural structures.
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Location: In a walking distance from Chania town
Description: The beach got its name from the smooth golden sand and it also offers accommodation options.
Nearest village: Chania |
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Location: 15,5 km norht-east of Chania
Description: It was built in the 17th century and it is still active with an excellent library. The most impressive part is the facade, with Doric and Corinthian style columns, made all of coral pink stones.
Nearest village: Koumares |
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Location: The lighthouse is ideally located at the extreme pier to the northwestern coast of Crete
Description: It is made of stone blocks, first built by the Venetians and then by the Egyptians, evident by the minaret like shape and the elegant stairs that lead to the glass tower.
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Location: On the southwestern corner of Crete
Description: It is an islet connected to the main island of Crete by a shallow reef that can be crossed when the sea is calm. It can also be reached via fishing boats from the village of Paleohora. Elafonissos is a small paradise with a beach of coral pink sand and crystalline water. |
Location: 72 km southwest of Chania town
Description: A beautiful whitewashed convent built on a rock, on the site of an old monastic community. The view from there is astonishing and it is really worth visiting. |
Location: North of Gouverneto Monastery
Description: It is a ruined monastery, which is the oldest one in Crete, built around the 11th century. The cells are located around the courtyard and to the left of the church there is the entrance of the cave, where St John the Hermit lived and died. The cave has stalagmites and stalactites and a basin full of water, believed to be holy water.
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Location: 70 km from Chania
Description: One of the most traditional and authentic areas on Crete. With only 500 inhabitants, it is a peaceful region around the White Mountains (Lefka Ori) range, with many impressive gorges such as Samaria Gorge. It is one of the most mountainous areas on the island and it produces delighful cheeses like "anthotiro" and "mizithra".
Nearest beach: Sfakia beach
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Location: At the region of Sfakia
Description: The Imbros Gorge begins at the village of Imbros and ends at the village of Komitades. The old paved roads of the gorge are surrounded by impressive cliffs and vegetation and it takes 2-2,5 hours to walk through it. Aradena Gorge starts at the southern slopes of the White Mountains and it extends to the small beach of Marmara. |
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