We’ve settled into our exercise routine and early morning walks, as we tend to do wherever we stay. While we haven’t braved the early morning swims yet, as the Mediterranean is still pretty cold, we’re waiting until the afternoon. We took the number 21 bus as close as we could to the old town and then meandered through its streets, which eventually opened out into the old Venetian port. The old buildings have been mostly turned into boutique hotels, with restaurants sitting close to the water’s edge. It’s really quite attractive, and there’s a very calming vibe here. We deliberately arrived in Crete before the crowds, and I’m sure it’s completely different then.
The lighthouse, which guards the entry, was originally built by the Venetians, but sadly, all that remains is the base, as it was rebuilt by the Egyptians in the mid-1800s during their occupation. The walls remain, though, and are great to walk along, offering enchanting views out to sea and amazing vistas across the port, the city, and the beautiful snow-capped ridges. It was a beautiful day, so we spent most of our time in and around the port, stopping for a great lazy lunch as we watched people of different nationalities pass by.
After lunch, we took a further stroll through the colorful side streets of the old town and made our way up to the newly commissioned museum. The museum was thoughtfully laid out, with some interesting artifacts recovered from across Chania, including relics dating back to the Minoan period.
Dream Chasers 