Koum Kapi, Chania
Koum Kapi is one of the quarters of Chania city with the richest history. It is also one of the most picturesque parts of the city, as it lies between the Old City of Chania and the Halepa quarter.
Venetian Harbour of Chania
The Venetian Harbour of Chania is the absolute landmark of Chania city and West Crete. Expertly built in the 14th century, it was constructed for commercial purposes, and for protection from pirate raids.
Old City of Chania
With its narrow, winding alleys, and its architectural styles of Venetian, Ottoman and Jewish origins, the Old City of Chania is a place with remarkable contrasts, yet extreme harmony.
Akrotiri, Crete
Akrotiri, Crete, is a peninsula in the east of Chania city, just after the eastern suburbs of the city. Apart from its close vicinity to Chania city, in the peninsula of Akrotiri lays the international airport of Chania.
Souda Bay, Crete
Souda Bay, Crete, is a long, narrow bay on the northwest coast of Chania Region. It is formed between the Akrotiri Peninsula and mainland North Crete, extending to the south to Cape Drapano.
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