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Rethymnon Old Town, Rethymnon

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Nestled between the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean and the remains of a 15th-century fortress, Rethymnon Old Town offers a labyrinth of narrow backstreets, soaked in history and lined by balconied private homes. Built almost entirely by the Venetians, this "palia poli" (old town) maintains its aristocratic medieval appearance, featuring graceful arched doorways and stone staircases. Indisputably one of Crete's best-preserved old towns, this neighborhood also contains the ruins of Byzantine and Hellenic-Roman structures, as well as a 17th century Islamic mosque located inside a building that once served as a Venetian church. Start your exploration at the neighborhood's landmark Venetian loggia, which houses the town's tourist information office. Use our Rethymnon trip planner to add Rethymnon Old Town and other attractions to your Rethymnon vacation plans.
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  • By samchy
    Great place and really nice scenery. Visited here with friends and can't say anything negative about it other than covid restrictions as bars weren't allowed to play music and everything closed at...  more »
  • By Resort26465098662
    A beautiful place with a lot of authentic buildings, full of shops and restaurants. We had nice walks there in the evenings but it is also nice to visit in the morning when it is not so crowded.  more »
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