Chania is a very popular region of Crete.
The city of Chania is famous for its exceptional beauty old town, one of the most beautiful Mediterranean cities, the Venetian harbor, Splatzia building, the old streets and taverns. Also the Venetian Neoria-former shipyards- the Eleftherios Venizelos Square, and the boats that visit the islands opposite. Also Stivanadika area with leather goods, the old Ovraiki district, the district Topana, that maintain their traditional image.
We also recommend your visit to the beach of Elafonisi, the lagoon of Balos Beach Falasarna Ancient Aptera, the lake Kournas Limnoupolis Water Park, the beach Marathi, the museum of tradition and Imbros Gorge.
In Chania you can enjoy marine sports such as theme parks, water skiing, windsurfing, pedal boats and sports such as tennis, basketball, volleyball, golf, hiking trails, etc.
The average temperature range from 11 degrees Celsius (52F) in January to 26 degrees (79F) during July and August. Tourism in Crete mainly lasts from May to OCTOBER with peak months in July and August.
In Crete you can arrive by plane at the airports of Heraklion and Chania. Also by ferry from Piraeus.