Chania is the capital city, a place where different civilizations have flourished throughout the centuries. Strolling around the Old Town’s alleys with the beautiful Venetian mansions, the fountains and the churches will guide you through well-preserved historical monuments.

The old town is built around the Venetian port and is also a relatively integral area where Venetian buildings and later Turkish elements compose a unique architectural style. Due to the historic center of Chania with its Venetian walls defining the borders between the old and new city and its ramparts, the city has been pronounced as preserved. It consists of five connected districts surrounding the Venetian port.