Location & Nearby Sights
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Lake Kournas
(2.5 km)This is the largest natural lake in Crete and surely one of the most beautiful. It hosts a rich ecosystem and it is protected by the NATURA 2000 network. The landscape around the lake is fantastic and offers a great opportunity for long walks and picnics or even swimming. Several cafes and taverns are operating next to the lake for those who want to eat and drink. Legend has it that some nights, a fairy appears and brushes her hair by the lake.
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Kavros
(less than 4 km)The nearest tourist town where you can find shops, cafes, bars, taverns, supermarkets, gas station, pharmacy e.t.c.
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Georgioupoli
(less than 7 km)Georgioupoli is a small town located 38km southeast of Chania. Its large beach is stretching for 1.5km and it is part of a 10km long beachfront extending to the east. The beach is sandy with nice clean waters and it is very well organized with umbrellas, sea beds and facilities for water sports while lifeguards operate by the sea shore.
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Argyroupolis Waterfalls
(less than 20 km)Waterfalls are located in several gorges of the region, but the most easily accessible ones are in Argyroupolis. The water that gushes from the chapel of Agia Dynami forms many small waterfalls and also waters the rich vegetation that surrounds them. The landscape of the area is complemented by several taverns serving Cretan delicacies.
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Fortezza Castle
Fortezza, the Rethymno's fortress was completed in 1590 and it is an important trademark of the city. Built by the Venetians to protect the city from the Ottomans' attacks and pirates' raids it stands upon the city, on the Palaiokastro hill. Most of the walls and buildings of the fortress are still in good condition and the view from Fortezza is astonishing. Within its walls the visitor will also find the outdoor municipal theatre "Erophili", where most of the Renaissance Festival's events take place.
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Venetian Harbour Hania
This beautiful harbor was built by the Venetians around 1300 AD and it's still in use in our day. For many centuries it has been a commercial center and a traditional meeting place for people from around the world. A lighthouse, still standing today, guided the commercial and military ships to moor in the harbor's calm waters during the long and turbulent history of the city. Today, the harbor has something for every visitor. Whether you love long romantic walks by the sea, or you prefer to taste the Cretan cuisine and nightlife, the Venetian Harbor is the place to be.
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Preveli
This one is one of the most beautiful beaches of Crete, featuring a river with small waterfalls and palm trees, a must see for everyone. But this kind of astonishing natural beauty comes at a price as you can't reach the beach by car. Once you arrive at the beach you will find a small restaurant plus some umbrellas and sun beds to rent.
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