Chania

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Chania

Chania is a beautiful port town on the north west coast of Crete, with an atmosphere reflecting its Venetian and Turkish past. Highly livable spot.

Chania Halal Explorer

Chania Kastelli - Kastelli neighborhood

Chania and the long row of beach resorts stretching 20 km west along the beaches of the Chania Bay is a well visited destination for Scandinavian charter trips. Chania is an attractive destination for sightseeing and shopping for many visitors. There are plenty of opportunities for eating and drinking at Greek tavernas and modern cafés that are open into the night.

The old town is centred around the harbour, a maze of alleys and houses that stood for hundreds of years, were rebuilt, ruined and rebuilt again with details from different epochs. Old Town is full of souvenir, art and crafts shops. The new quarters house the regular span of shops, where you can find most of your needs for hiking and other adventures. The beaches begin not far from Old Town and the nearest one being Nea Hora, a 1 kilometers walk from the west end of Old Town.

How is the Climate in Chania

Summer season (April to October) is hot and dry with clear skies. Dry, hot days are often relieved by a seasonal breeze from the north, Meltemi. There are occasional heat waves. Winters are mild with relatively little rain and rare frosts but with a high level of humidity that drops the relative temperature.

How to travel to Chania

Center of Mediterranean Architecture, Chania - Centre of Mediterranean Architecture

What is the best way to fly to Chania

  • Chania International Airport IATA Flight Code: CHQ on the Akrotiri Peninsula a bit northeast of the city ☎ +30 28210 83800 - Chania International Airport - Chania Airport NASA 32348 The airport is named after Daskalogiannis, a Sfakiot hero who was skinned by the Turks in the 18th century. It is rather small with 6 gates.

There are several daily Flights from Athens, via Aegean Airlines and Olympic Airlines. From April to early November and there are many direct charter Flights to Chania from the UK, Germany, Scandinavia and other European countries.

By ferry

Ferry services from Athens (Piraeus port) to Chania (Hania) anchor at the nearby port of Souda. Daily ferries, one ordinary with ANEK and one fast catamaran with Hellenic Seaways.

Travel on a Bus in Chania

Chania is connected to the rest of Crete by regular bus lines operated by the KTEL company. The coaches are modern, comfortable and air-conditioned. Fare is reasonable. Public transportation is fairly frequent and timetables trustworthy. Bus services along the north coast and towards the south coast are excellent, reliable, frequent and affordable.

By car

Highway E75 (A90) goes along the north coast of Crete from Heraklion to Kissamos. It goes by the southern outskirts of the town. The old road, that still has the name 90, is parallel to the new highway and is the primary street through all the small resorts west of Chania.

How to get around In Chania

If you are on Crete to see the 'real Crete', as opposed to the night clubs and then visiting the villages of the island is a must. All Cretan culture can be seen, heard and tasted in the villages. The Cretans at work or at leisure will always welcome visitors and show you how to do things the correct way. All villages have a central kafenion (coffee shop) which is where all people eventually end up. The kafenion, apart from being a place to meet friends for a Coffee, raki or a game of tavli (backgammon), is used as the main information centre of the village. Be aware, however, that the kafenion is still very much a male dominion and women are generally not welcome inside (as opposed to a kafeteria or regular cafe). Most villages have war memorials and the local residents will willingly fill in any missing information. Gavalohori has a wonderful folklore museum where much about village life can be learned.

What to see in Chania

Chania ag nikolaos - The 14th-century Agios Nikolaos Church

  • Samaria Gorge is an easy and popular day trip from here.
  • The Archaeological Museum of Hania is well worth a visit.
  • Maleme village | Old national road Chania Kissamos 15 kilometers after Chania town - See the (German) cemetery on Kaukales hill at Maleme and the historical airport battlefield and the beach of Gerani where the sea turtle Caretta Caretta is preserved.

Shopping in Chania

Halal Restaurants & Food in Chania

Janissaries Mosque, Chania - Janissaries Mosque (Küçük Hasan Pasha Mosque) and surrounding buildings

  • Mpourakis in Kounoupidiana presents delicious traditional cuisine. From Kounoupidiana centre take the road on the right go towards Stavros, 100 m on the right side.
  • The Well of the Turk | Kallinikou Street 1-3 Olde Town, historic Turkish neighborhood of Splanzia (Rouga Sq) ☎ +30 2821054547 Opening Hours: Dinner until late Moderate The cooking is excellent, and the atmosphere is casual and welcoming, The inside rooms are perfect for cooler evenings. Previous winner of Gourmet's award for the best ethnic food in Crete for the last two years. Open daily for dinner except Tuesdays.

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Chania

Chania Hafen-1 - Chania Harbour at night

Chania and environs has a range of lodging ranging from hostels to 5 star hotels. The historical backstreets by the old harbour in Chania are full of old Venetian houses that have been renovated into hotels, some of which are very well priced with a unique atmosphere, friendly proprietors and, obviously, an excellent location. However, most of these are not advertised online, so unless you are going at the peak season (June–August), consider not making a reservation and shopping for lodging once there.

Chania city

  • Iro Apartments +30 2821074269 - 36 K. Paleologu Street, Tel./. Small hotel combining vicinity to the centre of Chania and the old town (within 900 m) as well as the sandy beach of Nea Hora (30 m away). Great atmosphere.
  • Hotel Helena - Lovely hotel, €35/n for a single and €55/n for a double. A very friendly and chatty proprietor who was always available to provide advice or assistance. Just two streets down from the seafront..
  • Ontas Traditional Hotel ☎ +30 28210-27691 Epimenidou and Ikarou, - in the old town.
  • Vilelmine Hotel 32 Betolo Street ☎ +30 2821 0 46048&. Quaint, clean, centrally located in the Old Town.

Further afield

  • Esthisis suites and maisonettes ☎ +30 694 8581232 - Fully equipped suites and maisonettes of one, two and three bedrooms equipped with modern comforts.
  • Blue Beach Apartments ☎ +30 28210 39404 +30 28210 39406 In Stavros - Akrotiri - Chania. The spotless, well appointed, villas and apartments which can accommodate 2 to 6 people, come complete with private bathrooms, kitchenettes and balconies with wonderful view. The villas and apartments vary in style and location. All are within two minutes from the beach and provide clean attractive lodging.
  • Alexis Hotel | just 2 kilometers from the downtown ☎ +30 28210-93733 28 euro/night low season Check-in: 15:00 / Check-out: 12:00 A family run hotel, with friendly and helpful staff who really want their guests to be happy. It's near the national road which is important if you want to easily go on an excursions and explore the island. It is close to the beach and the rooms have fantastic sea views. Booking a room with breakfast and dinner is a good thing to do. The hotel restaurant is called Theo.
  • Villa Anna Maria - holiday villa in Gerani | a holiday villa in Gerani that accommodates up to 8 persons
  • Yakinthos Beach Hotel | Near Chania ☎ +30 2821033456 Check-in: 12.30 / Check-out: 12.00 3-star beach hotel in Chania prefecture, right near the beaches of Agii Apostoli and Glaros.
  • Hotel Phaedra Studios & Apartments - Hotel Phaedra | Kato Stalos 7 kilometers from Chania ☎ +30 28210 60690 Check-in: 14:00 / Check-out: 12:00 Family beach hotel with swimming pool, on the beach, awarded the “Blue Flag” of the European Union and supervised by lifeguards. It consists of 22 apartments and studios with private balcony or patio with sea view. A bus-stop is close to the hotel.

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