Chania

Chania is a beautiful port town on the northwest coast of , with an atmosphere reflecting its Venetian and Turkish past. Highly livable spot.

Places of Interest

Highlights: Kydonia and Yiali Tzami.

Archaeological site
Photo: Oltau, CC BY 3.0.
, also known as Cydonia was an ancient city…

Photo: Jebulon, CC0.
The Küçük Hasan Pasha Mosque, also known as the Yalı…

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Mournies and Nerokouros.

Village
is a village in , in the regional unit of .

Village
is a village in , in the regional unit of . is situated 4½ km southeast of Chania.

Chania

Latitude
35.5119° or 35° 30′ 43″ north
Longitude
24.0171° or 24° 1′ 2″ east
Population
98,200
Elevation
13 metres (43 feet)
Open location code
8G76G268+QV
Geo­Names ID
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Satellite Map

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In Other Languages

“Chania” goes by many names.
  • Greek: “Χανιά”
  • Greek: “Χανίων”

Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

Places to explore: Chania Old Town and Pakhianá.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights: Bus station of Chaniá and Municipal Market of Chania.

Chania: Must-Visit Destinations

Worth a closer look: Chania and Kissamos.

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