Chania
Chania is a Greek city which is the capital of Chania prefecture. It is in the west of Crete. 55,838 people live there. Chania has an important port which connects Chania with the port of Piraeus.
History
Chania had an significant development from 13th century till 17th century. Then it was under Venetian rule. After the Venetians, ruled the Ottomans until 1912. This year Crete was liberated and it is united with Greece.
Chania Media
Hellenistic head of a woman from the cemetery of ancient Kydonia in the Archaeological Museum of Chania.
Venetian shipyards in Chania, Crete, Greece
The old harbour during the Ottoman era.
Eleftherios Venizelos (1864–1936), major political figure of the 20th century European scene, was born in Chania.
Chania lighthouse at the port
Traditional street in the old town.
Colorful alley in the heart of Chania
The fountain in Eleftherios Venizelos Square
Chania (Crete, Greece): the old harbour
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