The city of Chania or Hania, believed to be the modern incarnation of the ancient Kydonia city, is the capital city of the Prefecture of Chania. Chania Prefecture, the westernmost district of Crete is covered by “Lefka Ore” (White Mountains), a mountain complex having unique formations such as the Samaria Gorge. This city perfectly signifies the beauty of the Cretan landscape.
The mountains, wooded slopes, cliffs and gorges, dense vegetation, rivers and brooks, scenic bays and astonishing sandy beaches of Chania are more than a handful for any tourist. The Fort of Firka, located in Chania Town is among the premier attractions here. The fort, still known by its Turkish name Firka was built for protecting the harbor entrance. A thick chain from the Firka to the base of the lighthouse shuts the harbor off whenever a siege happens.
Koum Kapi is among the most famous tourist districts in the town. The history of Koum-Kapi starts to unfold towards the end of the Turkish occupation when the Arabs developed "Halikoutes", a small village close to a sandy beach and next to the Venetian fortifications. Byzantine and Post-Byzantine Collection in the church of San Salvatore represents the remains of the 5th-17th century monastery that is situated within the fortifications on the northwest side of the harbor.
The Archaelogical Museum of Chania exhibits the history of the city from the Neolithic age to Roman times. Objects from prehistoric and Minoan times are displayed in the east section of the basilica and in the west section, objects and collections from historical times are displayed. The Naval Museum of Chania, War Museum and Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) monastery are among other high-profile places experiencing a rush of tourists.
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