Guidebook for Rethymno

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Guidebook for Rethymno

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The old and new town of Rethymno, offer a great variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, museums, cinemas and other amenities! Buy your souvenirs from the gift shops and take a long walk through the picturesque narrow streets! Also, a long walk at the vast sandy beach is a must
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Rethimno
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The old and new town of Rethymno, offer a great variety of shops, restaurants, cafes, museums, cinemas and other amenities! Buy your souvenirs from the gift shops and take a long walk through the picturesque narrow streets! Also, a long walk at the vast sandy beach is a must

Φαγητό

Seafood and fish, risotto and spaghetti, meat dishes, and delicious salads all made by a local family
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Porto Parassiris
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Seafood and fish, risotto and spaghetti, meat dishes, and delicious salads all made by a local family
Agkira Restaurant is recommended for fresh fish and greek dishes! Wonderful sea views and reasonable prices
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Άγκυρα
Ethniki Odos Rethimnou Irakliou
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Agkira Restaurant is recommended for fresh fish and greek dishes! Wonderful sea views and reasonable prices
Metzos
439 Palea Ethniki Odos Rethimnou Irakliou
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Thraka
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Shopping

In the nearby town of Perama, you can find a selection of various shops for your every day needs (bakery, super markets, restaurants and cafes).! Also, petrol stations, banks, pharmacy, hair dresser and post office are available
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Perama Kriti
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In the nearby town of Perama, you can find a selection of various shops for your every day needs (bakery, super markets, restaurants and cafes).! Also, petrol stations, banks, pharmacy, hair dresser and post office are available
The owners create soaps, creams and herbal extracts based on organic Cretan extra virgin olive oil, in combination with pure raw materials of the Cretan land, herbs and essential (ethereal) oils.
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Athos Workshop - Handmade natural personal care products
Eparchiaki Odos Aggelianon-Elefthernas
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The owners create soaps, creams and herbal extracts based on organic Cretan extra virgin olive oil, in combination with pure raw materials of the Cretan land, herbs and essential (ethereal) oils.
EA Ceramics uses locally sourced materials and carefully selected glazes to produce ceramic art of exceptional craftsmanship. Many of the pieces incorporate the innovation, functional form and aesthetics of the ceramics created by the ancient civilisations who once inhabited the island. A modern twist gives each artifact a unique spirit of cutting edge design. Using a combination of traditional thrown and hand moulding techniques, no piece is exactly the same and so carries it’s own unique character in looks and touch.
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ea ceramic studio
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EA Ceramics uses locally sourced materials and carefully selected glazes to produce ceramic art of exceptional craftsmanship. Many of the pieces incorporate the innovation, functional form and aesthetics of the ceramics created by the ancient civilisations who once inhabited the island. A modern twist gives each artifact a unique spirit of cutting edge design. Using a combination of traditional thrown and hand moulding techniques, no piece is exactly the same and so carries it’s own unique character in looks and touch.

Arts & Culture

The originality of this museum is that the objects of the permanent exhibition will be updated periodically with new and older finds excavated so that the public interest is continuous and relates to the discovery and expansion of the excavation work on the site. The exhibition will be accompanied by original and modern audiovisual exhibits. The archaeological site is also worth visiting.
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Eleutherna
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The originality of this museum is that the objects of the permanent exhibition will be updated periodically with new and older finds excavated so that the public interest is continuous and relates to the discovery and expansion of the excavation work on the site. The exhibition will be accompanied by original and modern audiovisual exhibits. The archaeological site is also worth visiting.
Featuring the long and close relationship of the region and the whole Crete with olives and olive oil, the Olive Museum in Kapsaliana village, is housed in the restored spaces of an old olive oil press mill, which operated in the Arkadi monastery and was built in 1763 by the abbot Filaretos. The Museum is located in the center of a residential complex, an exhibit itself, of high cultural value. The building complex remained in operation until the early 20th century and it consists of the cell of the monk, the production area and the monastery storage room and its historic olive grove.
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ΚΑΨΑΛΙΑΝΑ VILLAGE
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Featuring the long and close relationship of the region and the whole Crete with olives and olive oil, the Olive Museum in Kapsaliana village, is housed in the restored spaces of an old olive oil press mill, which operated in the Arkadi monastery and was built in 1763 by the abbot Filaretos. The Museum is located in the center of a residential complex, an exhibit itself, of high cultural value. The building complex remained in operation until the early 20th century and it consists of the cell of the monk, the production area and the monastery storage room and its historic olive grove.
The Wooden Sculptures Museum at the centre of Crete and at the foot of the sacred mountain of Psiloritis works both as a Museum and Workshop and is the outcome of twenty years of involvement with sculpture. The visitor has the opportunity to tour the museum and the workshop and find out the aesthetic and artistic proposal, traditional elements, folklore elements, sociological data and historical evidence. Visiting the museum can be combined with significant antiquities of Axos, which has a continues history of 4000 years. Address: Axos village, Mylopotamos area
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Μουσείο Ξυλογλυπτικής Αξού
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The Wooden Sculptures Museum at the centre of Crete and at the foot of the sacred mountain of Psiloritis works both as a Museum and Workshop and is the outcome of twenty years of involvement with sculpture. The visitor has the opportunity to tour the museum and the workshop and find out the aesthetic and artistic proposal, traditional elements, folklore elements, sociological data and historical evidence. Visiting the museum can be combined with significant antiquities of Axos, which has a continues history of 4000 years. Address: Axos village, Mylopotamos area
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Wax Museum Potamianou
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Parks & Nature

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멜리도니 동굴
Melidoni
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Bali has four beaches, which are formed in sandy coves with nice greenish waters. The beaches are almost always calm, since the direction of Bali is western. They all are suitable for children and well organised. Moreover, water is cool because of the several springs that carry fresh water into the sea. Several tavernas can also be found at the beaches of Bali!
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Bali
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Bali has four beaches, which are formed in sandy coves with nice greenish waters. The beaches are almost always calm, since the direction of Bali is western. They all are suitable for children and well organised. Moreover, water is cool because of the several springs that carry fresh water into the sea. Several tavernas can also be found at the beaches of Bali!
Panormo is situated about 20km east of Rethymno, in the region of Milopotamos. It is a tranquil resort, which has met a fast development in recent years, without however losing its traditional face. The wild beauty of the pure Cretan landscapes, the picturesque village, the beautiful beaches and easy access, have contributed to this development. In Panormo there are actually two main beaches and a few smaller ones. As the name implies, Panormos is a natural harbour with calm waters. Restaurants, cafes, mini markets, bakery and gift shops can be found in the village
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Panormos in Rethymno
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Panormo is situated about 20km east of Rethymno, in the region of Milopotamos. It is a tranquil resort, which has met a fast development in recent years, without however losing its traditional face. The wild beauty of the pure Cretan landscapes, the picturesque village, the beautiful beaches and easy access, have contributed to this development. In Panormo there are actually two main beaches and a few smaller ones. As the name implies, Panormos is a natural harbour with calm waters. Restaurants, cafes, mini markets, bakery and gift shops can be found in the village
Mount Ida, presently known as Psiloritis (Greek: Ψηλορείτης, meaning "high mountain"), is the highest mountain on Crete. Located in the Rethymno regional unit, it was sacred to the Greek Titaness Rhea. As an island high point at 2.456 m, it is the mountain with the highest topographic prominence in Greece. Interesting features are the plateau of Nida and the forest of Ruva on the east side. The observatory of the University of Crete is located on the secondary peak Skinakas at 1.750m
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Ida
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Mount Ida, presently known as Psiloritis (Greek: Ψηλορείτης, meaning "high mountain"), is the highest mountain on Crete. Located in the Rethymno regional unit, it was sacred to the Greek Titaness Rhea. As an island high point at 2.456 m, it is the mountain with the highest topographic prominence in Greece. Interesting features are the plateau of Nida and the forest of Ruva on the east side. The observatory of the University of Crete is located on the secondary peak Skinakas at 1.750m
On the slopes of Psiloritis Mountain lies the cave of Ideon Andron. Ideon Andron is one of the greatest sanctuaries in Crete and is reportedly where Zeus, the Father of Gods grew up. The main chamber is 40 metres long and 50 metres wide
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Ideon Andron
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On the slopes of Psiloritis Mountain lies the cave of Ideon Andron. Ideon Andron is one of the greatest sanctuaries in Crete and is reportedly where Zeus, the Father of Gods grew up. The main chamber is 40 metres long and 50 metres wide
fentoni Cave, near Zoniana village, is considered as one of the five best preserved caves of Greece and the first one in Crete. Its stalagmitic and stalactitic décor is really impressive and definitely worth visiting
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존이아나의 스펜도니 동굴
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fentoni Cave, near Zoniana village, is considered as one of the five best preserved caves of Greece and the first one in Crete. Its stalagmitic and stalactitic décor is really impressive and definitely worth visiting
The plateau of Nida is one of the largest in Crete, located at an altitude of 1400 meters, in the heart of the Psiloritis Mountain and it's ideal for walking. The peaks of the surrounding mountains are white until early summer, forming a wonderful landscape. On one edge of the plateau, you will find a large stone sculpture, the Rebels of Peace, which reminds visitors of the Cretan resistance during the German occupation
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Oropédio Nídas
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The plateau of Nida is one of the largest in Crete, located at an altitude of 1400 meters, in the heart of the Psiloritis Mountain and it's ideal for walking. The peaks of the surrounding mountains are white until early summer, forming a wonderful landscape. On one edge of the plateau, you will find a large stone sculpture, the Rebels of Peace, which reminds visitors of the Cretan resistance during the German occupation

Sightseeing

The beautiful monastery of Arkadi can be found in the foothills of the western Ida (Psiloritis) Mountain. The Cretans consider the monastery as a symbol of freedom from the turks. During the revolt in 1866, hundreds of refugees and Cretan freedom fighters sought sanctuary in the wine store rooms with the monks, where there was also a stash of gunpowder. When the Turks made their way towards their last refuge, the Abbot gave the order to fire the gunpowder. Hundreds of Cretans and Turks were killed; giving real meaning to the battle cry of Crete - “freedom or death”! November 8th is a day of celebrations in Arkadi and Rethymno.
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Arkadi
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The beautiful monastery of Arkadi can be found in the foothills of the western Ida (Psiloritis) Mountain. The Cretans consider the monastery as a symbol of freedom from the turks. During the revolt in 1866, hundreds of refugees and Cretan freedom fighters sought sanctuary in the wine store rooms with the monks, where there was also a stash of gunpowder. When the Turks made their way towards their last refuge, the Abbot gave the order to fire the gunpowder. Hundreds of Cretans and Turks were killed; giving real meaning to the battle cry of Crete - “freedom or death”! November 8th is a day of celebrations in Arkadi and Rethymno.
The village of Anogia, is located 740 metres up on the north face of Mount Psiloritis and it has particularly close relationships with the mountain and its landscapes. The locals are mainly engaged in farming and are characterised by their hospitality. Also, you can enjoy your coffee in the cafes and taste the traditional Cretan dishes at local taverns. Moreover, women still weave traditional Cretan weavings of unsurpassed quality that you will find in many shops. The village has a long historical tradition as well, as its residents have participated in almost all revolutions in Crete and the village and gave refuge to the rebels, even when the Turks burnt out the village in 1822 and 1867.
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Anogia
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The village of Anogia, is located 740 metres up on the north face of Mount Psiloritis and it has particularly close relationships with the mountain and its landscapes. The locals are mainly engaged in farming and are characterised by their hospitality. Also, you can enjoy your coffee in the cafes and taste the traditional Cretan dishes at local taverns. Moreover, women still weave traditional Cretan weavings of unsurpassed quality that you will find in many shops. The village has a long historical tradition as well, as its residents have participated in almost all revolutions in Crete and the village and gave refuge to the rebels, even when the Turks burnt out the village in 1822 and 1867.
The monastery can be accessed by car via the village Doxaro and the rough landscape is amazing. There is a second road starting from Sisses village. The monastery is built like a fortress and the main temple is dedicated to the Holy Cross. The monastery played an important revolutionary role against the Turks, so it was twice destroyed. Till late 90s, the monastery was completely deserted and ruined, but today it has been restored and is operates normally. The buildings are located on two levels with two courtyards. The main temple is built on the south courtyard. Outside the temple stands a beautiful Venetian fountain, while the main entrance is imposing.
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Vossakos monastery
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The monastery can be accessed by car via the village Doxaro and the rough landscape is amazing. There is a second road starting from Sisses village. The monastery is built like a fortress and the main temple is dedicated to the Holy Cross. The monastery played an important revolutionary role against the Turks, so it was twice destroyed. Till late 90s, the monastery was completely deserted and ruined, but today it has been restored and is operates normally. The buildings are located on two levels with two courtyards. The main temple is built on the south courtyard. Outside the temple stands a beautiful Venetian fountain, while the main entrance is imposing.
The Fortezza (fortress) in Rethymno was built by the Venetians (1573) to protect the city. Not only are walls, church and the remains of its buildings of interest, the views from it to the town are a great way to start planning your tour of the town. There are also sweeping sea views and a gift shop. Events take place during the summer! Open daily.
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포르테차성
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The Fortezza (fortress) in Rethymno was built by the Venetians (1573) to protect the city. Not only are walls, church and the remains of its buildings of interest, the views from it to the town are a great way to start planning your tour of the town. There are also sweeping sea views and a gift shop. Events take place during the summer! Open daily.

Food Scene

Stamatis in Perama town offers a good selection of fast food...sandwiches, pizza, coffee etc. Delivery in Perama is also possible. Tel.: 0030 28340 22200
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Σταματης μικρογευματα
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Stamatis in Perama town offers a good selection of fast food...sandwiches, pizza, coffee etc. Delivery in Perama is also possible. Tel.: 0030 28340 22200
Beautiful cafe with view to the mountain and the sea, where you can enjoy your drink or your food. Fresh juices, coffees, ice-creams, cocktails. Tel.: 0030 28340 51354
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Vinzi Cafe
Eparchiaki Odos Peramatos-Panormou
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Beautiful cafe with view to the mountain and the sea, where you can enjoy your drink or your food. Fresh juices, coffees, ice-creams, cocktails. Tel.: 0030 28340 51354