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Agia lake
Located 9 km west of Chania, this artificial lake covers 45 hectares and was created in the 1920s from a swamp to power a hydroelectric station, now a museum. It is a significant Natura 2000 protected wetland, sourcing water from the White Mountains. The area is a vital stop for over 200 migratory bird species and hosts over 130 plant species. The native Cretan frog population has been largely displaced by the invasive American bullfrog. The site offers walking paths and birdwatching observatories.
Chania, Chania
Located on Crete's northwest coast, this city boasts continuous habitation since Neolithic times on Kastelli hill, site of Minoan Kydonia. Its rich history layers Minoan, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Venetian, and Ottoman periods. Known as "Venice of the East" during Venetian rule, which saw the construction of the iconic harbor, lighthouse, Firkas Fortress, and extensive fortifications. The Ottoman era added mosques and baths. It served as the capital of the autonomous Cretan State (1898-1913) and was central to the Battle of Crete (1941). The Old Town preserves Venetian and Ottoman architecture, while Halepa features Neoclassical buildings. Cultural traditions include Cretan music (lyra), dance, and cuisine. Museums like the Archaeological, Maritime, and Byzantine Collection preserve its diverse heritage.
The Archaeological Museum of Chania
A Journey Through Time The Archaeological Museum of Chania invites visitors on a captivating journey through the rich history of Western Crete, spanning from the Paleolithic era to the Roman […]
Agia, Chania
Agia is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Chania