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Rethymno
Venetian and Ottoman layers
About Rethymno
Rethymno, between Heraklion and Chania, has one of the best-preserved old towns on Crete: Venetian doorways, wooden Ottoman balconies, minarets and the Rimondi fountain, all below the great Venetian fortress, the Fortezza. A long sandy beach runs east from the town.
Why it's on our list
- Fortezza fortress
- Venetian harbour
- Long town beach
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Rethymno before you go.