Travel Guide for Chania Region
The town and its neighbours
Chania in Crete is located on the westernmost side of the island. Although some places have developed in tourist resorts, most beaches and villages in Chania keep their authentic style.
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Chania
Chania in Crete is located on the westernmost side of the island. Although some places have developed in tourist resorts, most beaches and villages in Chania keep their authentic style.
A great stop while visiting the west part of Crete. Kissamos is also the port for the ferry that visits one of the most unique beaches in Europe, Balos Lagoon.
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Kissamos
A great stop while visiting the west part of Crete. Kissamos is also the port for the ferry that visits one of the most unique beaches in Europe, Balos Lagoon.
Paleochora is a seaside town located on the southwest coast of Crete and at a distance of 70 km from Chania. It is built on a peninsula between two picturesque bays. It is bathed by the Libyan Sea and is rightly considered the "Nymph of the Libyan" and "Land of the Sun".
It has the natural privilege of being built between two bays, the east and the west and has numerous small and larger beaches surrounding the area.
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Palaiochora
Paleochora is a seaside town located on the southwest coast of Crete and at a distance of 70 km from Chania. It is built on a peninsula between two picturesque bays. It is bathed by the Libyan Sea and is rightly considered the "Nymph of the Libyan" and "Land of the Sun".
It has the natural privilege of being built between two bays, the east and the west and has numerous small and larger beaches surrounding the area.
The small village of Sougia in the south-west of Crete has managed to remain unaffected by the growth of tourism in Crete. It is still a peaceful haven, with a long beach, plenty of good accommodation and excellent places to eat, all at prices below those found in most of the island.
From early April to late October Sougia attracts visitors looking for a relaxing holiday away from mass-tourism. Whilst you can chose to do very little apart from lazing on the beach or enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of a few beach front cafés there are also a number of beautiful walks you can do in the region.
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Sougia
The small village of Sougia in the south-west of Crete has managed to remain unaffected by the growth of tourism in Crete. It is still a peaceful haven, with a long beach, plenty of good accommodation and excellent places to eat, all at prices below those found in most of the island.
From early April to late October Sougia attracts visitors looking for a relaxing holiday away from mass-tourism. Whilst you can chose to do very little apart from lazing on the beach or enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of a few beach front cafés there are also a number of beautiful walks you can do in the region.
The unspoilt and historical village of Sfakia is built on the hill slopes, overlooking the natural bay. It is situated around the White Mountains range and the famous Samaria Gorge. Sfakia lies 72 km south east of Chania town. Most of the inhabitants here are involved in fishing and goat raining producing delightful cheeses such as anthotiri or mizithra.
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Hora Sfakion
The unspoilt and historical village of Sfakia is built on the hill slopes, overlooking the natural bay. It is situated around the White Mountains range and the famous Samaria Gorge. Sfakia lies 72 km south east of Chania town. Most of the inhabitants here are involved in fishing and goat raining producing delightful cheeses such as anthotiri or mizithra.
Αξιοθέατα κοντά στα Χανιά
Magnificent area next to Chania, within walking distance. Visit the Venizelos House, the small port next to the tanneries of the area, a perfect place to enjoy a sunset. Make sure to also visit Saint Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church, a Russian church in the heart of Chalepa.
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Halepa
Magnificent area next to Chania, within walking distance. Visit the Venizelos House, the small port next to the tanneries of the area, a perfect place to enjoy a sunset. Make sure to also visit Saint Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church, a Russian church in the heart of Chalepa.
Botanical Park & Gardens Of Crete
Eparchiaki Odos Chanion-OmalouGreat place with some nice restaurants close to the city. Can be easily combined with a trip to Argiroupolis
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Lake Kournas
Great place with some nice restaurants close to the city. Can be easily combined with a trip to Argiroupolis
Gouverneto Monastery
Lake Agias
Αρχαιολογικοί Χώροι
Great piece of history. The whole archeological site of Aptera is fantastic.
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Ancient Theatre Aptera
Great piece of history. The whole archeological site of Aptera is fantastic.
Skra 15
15 SkraThe new archeological museum of Chania will open its doors on July
Agia Triada Monastery
ΑκροτήριMaritime Museum of Crete
14-16 DefkalionosFolklore Museum of Chania
46 ChalidonFirka Castle
Akti KountouriotiEtz Hayyim Synagogue
Parodos KondilakiΔημοφιλείς Παραλίες
Balos
Elafonissi Beach
Phalasarna
Grameno Beach
KountouraSougia Beach
Epar.Od. Chanion - SougiasFrangokastello Beach
Sfakia - Illigas - Fragkokastelo is a great one day trip.
Best to visit the beach bar on the right side of the beach, which has free umbrellas if you order something to eat or drink.
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Paralia Loutraki
Best to visit the beach bar on the right side of the beach, which has free umbrellas if you order something to eat or drink.
Marathi Beach
Perfect for families, Marathi has some really nice restaurants too.
Perfect for families, Stavros has some really nice restaurants too.
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Stavros Beach
Perfect for families, Stavros has some really nice restaurants too.
Παραλια Γεωργιουπολης
Nice day-trip together with Lake Kournas and Argiroupolis.
Seitan Limania Beach
Should go early because it gets really crowdy.
Koum Kapi Beach
22 Ακτή ΜιαούληIn-town beach with small coastline but very easily accessible.
Right next to Chania, Nea Chora has some great restaurants for Ouzo and Fish.
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Nea Chora Beach
23 Akti PapanikoliRight next to Chania, Nea Chora has some great restaurants for Ouzo and Fish.
Agia Marina Beach