Does Chania have a port?
The main port of Chania is Souda and is located 7km from the city. For now, it is only connected with mainland Greece, through the port of Pireaus. However, there are small ports in the surrounding area of Chania, that are connected to other destinations near Crete.
What sea is at Chania Crete?
Cretan Sea
The history of Chania is very rich during Medieval Times, too. The region extends for 2376 square kilometers. It is bordered to the east with Rethymno prefecture while it is washed from the Mediterranean Sea, the Cretan Sea, and the Libyan Sea.
Why is Chania Venetian?
In 1204 AD, Chania was occupied by the Venetians who fortified the town around Kasteli fortress and restored the ruined city. During the four-century presence, Venetians built their catholic cathedral inside the castle and many elegant mansions.
Where do ferries go from Chania?
Chania ferry port in Crete is served by a number of ferry routes with crossings to Piraeus & Milos available. With a selection of up to 9 Sailings Weekly, the port of Chania connects Crete with Athens & Cyclades Islands.
Where should I live in Chania?
The best neighborhoods in Chania are widely considered to be Splantzia, Koum-Kapi, Topanas, and Chalepa. Each of these neighborhoods has something special to offer and should cater well to the digital nomad lifestyle.
Is there a ferry from Santorini to Chania?
By Car + Ferry While there are no ferries directly from Chania to Santorini, you can easily travel to Heraklion and grab a ferry from there. Heraklion is a two-hour drive from Chania.
What to see and do in Chania?
The old Venetian harbour of Chania is considered one of the most significant historical landmarks in Crete. It was originally built by the Venetians between 1320 – 1356 AD during their occupation in Crete and it was considered among the most important trade centers in Mediterranean.
Where to Park in Chania?
If you visit Chania in the shoulder season, you’ll find parking quite easily on those narrow streets around the fortified walls. To the west of the Venetian Harbor and the Nea Chora Chania Marina, there is Nea Chora Beach, a long sandy stretch with a neat beachfront promenade scattered with small hotels, bars and tavernas.
When was the first port city of Crete built?
It was originally built by the Venetians between 1320 – 1356 AD during their occupation in Crete and it was considered among the most important trade centers in Mediterranean.
What is the Venetian harbour like to visit today?
Once a flourishing port with ships coming and going, with sailors and fishermen and shoppers, the Venetian Harbour is now a purely touristic spot with tavernas, bars and souvenir shops. Nevertheless, this doesn’t make it less charming.