Fortress of Gramvousa
The fortress of Gramvousa is on a steep hill of the Imeri Gramvousa Island, opposite the famous Mpalos beach. The building of the fortress started in 1584 by the…
Fortress of Selinos
Location On Fortetsa Hill, south of Paleochora, Chania Construction Built in 1279 by the Venetians to control the surrounding region and the sea route…
Chania Historical Sites
Sfakia Fortress
Location North of the Sfakia settlement History Built in the 15th-16th century by the Venetians Destruction Destroyed by the Sfakians after a conflict…
Chania Historical Sites
Maritime Museum of Crete
The Maritime Museum of Crete is near the port of Chania, next to the entrance of the Firka fortress. The museum was founded in order to preserve the naval traditions…
