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Chania Prefecture

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Chania Prefecture is a region on the island of Crete, Crete.

[edit] Cities

  • Chania (Haniá) (— largest city of the western region
  • Hora Sfakion — tiny capital in the southwest with white houses and the ferry to and from the Samaria Gorge
  • Kissamos — not big on tourism and most of its income is from wine, oil, and agricultural production
  • Paleochora — small resort village on southwest coast

[edit] Other destinations

[edit] Understand

[edit] Talk

[edit] Get in

[edit] By ferry

Ferry services from Athens (Piraeus port) to Chania (Hania) Crete island

Visit www.Ferries.gr [1] and search through all ferry schedules to/from Chania and the rest of the Crete island.

You have two options for ferry travel to Hania - overnight cruise (approx. 9 hours) from Piraeus on ANEK Lines; or 4.5 hour daytime high-speed ferry from Piraeus on Hellenic Seaways.

[edit] By plane

Chania airport is much smaller and far less busy than Heraklion airport. However, short (40-50 minute) flights are available from Athens.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

You can expect plenty of choices concerning beach and city hotels in the region of Chania.

  • Chania vacation (Vacation rentals in Chania of Crete), [2]. Our aim is to offer a selection of self catering villas and apartments for rent within the Chania prefecture. We offer vacation rentals in Chania of Crete for both short and long rental terms.  edit

[edit] Get around

Walk...

Crete is a very safe and tourist friendly town. I suggest walking anywhere you can. The cheapest option would be to take the bus (which is also very safe). Besides that, renting a car or taxiing is available.

[edit][add listing] See

  • German War Cemetery (maleme chania cemetery), maleme crete (15th km old national road Chania- Kissamos), [3].  edit

[edit] Itineraries

[edit][add listing] Do

Explore... The harbor area is beautiful and the lighthouse is incredible.The Maritime museum is also a great visit. Old Town is full of all types of shops, pubs, and restaurants that are aimed toward tourists. Crete is full of a number of beautiful beaches and breath taking views. I suggest checking out Balos (30-40 minute drive). Additionally, I suggest talking to the locals. They will tell you where to go, eat, and visit! For wine enthusiasts, Nostos Winery is a 20 minute drive from downtown and is a beautiful winery that does incredible tastings. There are also all types of festivals and celebrations! Search the internet for festivals in the time period you are staying!

[edit][add listing] Eat

Go where the locals go...

However, if you are looking for a cheap and quick meal you can find Gyro's all over town.

[edit][add listing] Drink

A must in Crete is Raki! Be careful... it packs a punch. Additionally, many local bars and restaurants give out free shots or drinks to all costumers.

[edit] Stay safe

[edit] Get out

You can walk to the bus terminal easily from the harbor or main market square - 5 to 10 minutes.

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