Guidebook for Rethimno
Parks & Nature
The Samaria gorge is the longest one in Europe. It is an area of stunning natural beauty. Rare flora and fauna have survived in this area and are protected. The mountains that have formed it are wild, high and steep. One will pass through forests of ancient cypresses and pines and descend between vertical cliffs. The path starts from Xyloskalo (near Omalos) in the White Mountains at an altitude of 1230 meters and comes to an end at the village of Agia Roumeli at the Libyan sea. Walking through the gorge usually takes anything from 3 to 5 hours
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INational Park yeSamaria Gorge
The Samaria gorge is the longest one in Europe. It is an area of stunning natural beauty. Rare flora and fauna have survived in this area and are protected. The mountains that have formed it are wild, high and steep. One will pass through forests of ancient cypresses and pines and descend between vertical cliffs. The path starts from Xyloskalo (near Omalos) in the White Mountains at an altitude of 1230 meters and comes to an end at the village of Agia Roumeli at the Libyan sea. Walking through the gorge usually takes anything from 3 to 5 hours
The Fortezza fortress was built between 1573-1580 by the Venetians in order to protect the citizens from the Turkish threat. Nowadays it houses the Mosque of Sultan Ibraim Han, the Erofili theater and it also offers a breathtaking view.
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I-Fortezza Castle
The Fortezza fortress was built between 1573-1580 by the Venetians in order to protect the citizens from the Turkish threat. Nowadays it houses the Mosque of Sultan Ibraim Han, the Erofili theater and it also offers a breathtaking view.
Great place for kids and adults alike to watch marine life.
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Cretaquarium - Thalassocosmos
Great place for kids and adults alike to watch marine life.
One of the most beautiful places on Crete, Preveli Beach, is located on the south coast of the island, not far away from the city of Rethymnon. This place is famous for its natural palm forest.
Just imagine the palm trees and the the green river. Add to this the grat Preveli canyon with it's river and the surrounding mountains and you will feel lucky if you enjoy this little adventure.
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Preveli Beach
One of the most beautiful places on Crete, Preveli Beach, is located on the south coast of the island, not far away from the city of Rethymnon. This place is famous for its natural palm forest.
Just imagine the palm trees and the the green river. Add to this the grat Preveli canyon with it's river and the surrounding mountains and you will feel lucky if you enjoy this little adventure.
Balos lagoon in west coast of Crete is an amazing spot to visit. It's a must and it's totally worth its reputation. The area forms a lagoon with very shallow waters, suitable for all ages. You can arrive at Balos lagoon either by car or by boat.
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Isitsha saseBalos
Balos lagoon in west coast of Crete is an amazing spot to visit. It's a must and it's totally worth its reputation. The area forms a lagoon with very shallow waters, suitable for all ages. You can arrive at Balos lagoon either by car or by boat.
Kourtaliotis Gorge
The Kourtaliotis gorge is located in the southern part of the prefecture of Rethymno, approximately 22 km from the homonymous city, and is one of the most magnificent natural attractions of Crete. Up to three kilometers in length and with lush vegetation, the Kourtaliotis gorge is an important biotope, not only of domestic, but also of international importance.
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge
Kourtaliotis Gorge
The Kourtaliotis gorge is located in the southern part of the prefecture of Rethymno, approximately 22 km from the homonymous city, and is one of the most magnificent natural attractions of Crete. Up to three kilometers in length and with lush vegetation, the Kourtaliotis gorge is an important biotope, not only of domestic, but also of international importance.
Kalypso beach is an impressive natural park, a hidden sea inlet, which used to be a pirate shelter 300 years ago and is now popular for short visits.
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Kalypso Beach
Kalypso beach is an impressive natural park, a hidden sea inlet, which used to be a pirate shelter 300 years ago and is now popular for short visits.
Elafonisi
Reptisland is probably the only exhibition of live reptiles in Crete and it is a very nice experience for kids and grown-ups alike.
Reptisland
Reptisland is probably the only exhibition of live reptiles in Crete and it is a very nice experience for kids and grown-ups alike.
Sightseeing
Monastery worth visiting for its history and its sights.
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I-Monastery ka-Arkadi
Monastery worth visiting for its history and its sights.
The museum was created to house the results of the excavations carried out for thirty years in the ancient city of Eleutherna.
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Iziko lezobomi ze-Ancient Eleutherna
123 Epar.Od. Aggelianon-ElefthernasThe museum was created to house the results of the excavations carried out for thirty years in the ancient city of Eleutherna.
Skinakas Observatory
According to mythology Talos lived here, a prehistoric giant robot that Zeus gave to King Minos as a present to protect the island of Crete by crossing it from side to side with just a few steps.
Also it was a place of martyrdom during the turkish occupation of the island of Crete.
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Icango lweMelidoni
MelidoniAccording to mythology Talos lived here, a prehistoric giant robot that Zeus gave to King Minos as a present to protect the island of Crete by crossing it from side to side with just a few steps.
Also it was a place of martyrdom during the turkish occupation of the island of Crete.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cafe Galero in Rethymnon is located in the centre of the Old Town, right by the Venetian Rimondi Fountain, within walking distance from the Venetian Harbour and the Town Beach.
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Cafe Viva
ΜοσχοβίτουCafe Galero in Rethymnon is located in the centre of the Old Town, right by the Venetian Rimondi Fountain, within walking distance from the Venetian Harbour and the Town Beach.
Food Scene
The Anchor Tavern ( 'Agkyra Tavern ) is a nice eatery situated overlooking the harbour. They serve brunch, lunch and dinner and in generous portions.
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Άγκυρα
Ethniki Odos Rethimnou IrakliouThe Anchor Tavern ( 'Agkyra Tavern ) is a nice eatery situated overlooking the harbour. They serve brunch, lunch and dinner and in generous portions.
Inside the heart of the town it is very close to the picturesque Venetian harbour and to some nice restaurants and night clubs
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Venetian Loggia
Inside the heart of the town it is very close to the picturesque Venetian harbour and to some nice restaurants and night clubs
A rich collection of traditional cretan household items which was preserved and classified with great attention, care and diligence. The rooms of the museum are a faithful representation of the traditional house with furniture of the old times, while the walls of the house are decorated with archival photographic material.
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Poliou House / Το σπίτι του Πολιού
A rich collection of traditional cretan household items which was preserved and classified with great attention, care and diligence. The rooms of the museum are a faithful representation of the traditional house with furniture of the old times, while the walls of the house are decorated with archival photographic material.
Shopping
The market of Panormo has quite a few places to buy groceries, everyday necessities, great souvenirs and much more. There is also a pharmacy near the center of the village.
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Panormos in Rethymno
The market of Panormo has quite a few places to buy groceries, everyday necessities, great souvenirs and much more. There is also a pharmacy near the center of the village.
Arts & Culture
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Knosso is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and has been called Europe's oldest city. It is worth visiting with a guide.
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Isigodlo se-Minoan sase-Knossos
8 ΦειδίουKnosso is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and has been called Europe's oldest city. It is worth visiting with a guide.
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