Chania Town

Description

Chania Town is an excellent destination for spending a fun-filled family vacation. The medieval architecture and the exotic mansions and ports impress visitors in the first look. A stroll through the town gives visitors a peek into the lifestyle of the locals. The main squares of the town Splatzia Square and the Dikastiria Square are surrounded by excellent pieces of architecture. The Venetian port is a great place to visit and enjoy a cup of coffee. There are several coffee shops that line the harbor area. Along the port is the Yiali Tzami a 17th century mosque which now serves as an art gallery.

The Minoan Ship is a beautiful replica of the ships that were used by the Minoans during trade. The ship is definitely worth visiting. Chania is also home to some interesting museums like the Archaeological Museum of Hania and the Chania Municipal Agora. From Chania a day trip to the Samaria gorge and the village of Maleme is highly recommended. The Grand Arsenali Port was surrounded by several buildings which served as store rooms; today the area serves as the Center of Mediterranean Architecture.

The Old Town of Chania and the harbor area are lined with an array of shops that travellers would love to shop around. Jewelry, traditional art and craft and clothing are the best things that visitors can buy in the area.

Nearby Airports

Chania Town is served by the Chania International Airport. There is a regular bus service that connects the airport to the city. Private airport transfers are also available but can be a bit expensive. 

Halal Restaurants

There are no halal restaurants in Chania Town. Visitors can find a few restaurants serving vegetarian and organic food like Kalnterimi, To Stachi, etc.

Mosques

There are no mosques in Chania Town.

Things to Do and See in Chania Town

• Chania Municipal Agora  
• Archaeological Museum of Hania  
• The venetian port  
• The Minoan Ship  
• Grand Arsenali  
• Splatzia Square  
• Dikastiria Square  
• Samaria gorge