Second
from the left of the island Crete is the prefecture of
Rethymno, a mountainous area with a long history and
tradition. The capital of the prefecture, the port of
Rethymno, stands on the north side of the island and is
the third largest town in Crete.
It is famous for its special character gained from the
many civilizations that flourished in the area. The town
of Rethymno was a center of Arts and Letters, with an
outburst of culture in the 16th and 17th centuries.
In the various museums, it has kept many tokens from its
long history, from eras dating back to the Neolithic
age, passing through the Minoan period, the Byzantine
years and finally the Venetian and Turkish
occupations.The rest of the prefecture has also kept its
tradition and culture.
From the high mountains to the wonderful beaches we can
find spread all over the prefecture, monasteries,
churches, archaeological sites, Venetian fortresses and
Turkish monuments and above all, the real treasure of
Rethymno, its people. In small villages, they still
maintain that hospitable spirit and their proud, honest
emotions. Carrying with them a magnificent inheritance,
they continue living their lives between the past and
the present, with their celebrations, music, art and
customs.
Many are the important smaller towns and villages in the
prefecture of Rethymno, such as Panormos, Anogia,
Argiroupoli, Margarites, Bali, Gerani, Ag. Pavlos,
Plakias and Aghia Galini where you can meet locals,
admire they historical monuments and learn the history
of this important part of Crete.
Greece Areas Tour
Rethymno
Second
from the left of the island Crete is the prefecture of
Rethymno, a mountainous area with a long history and
tradition. The capital of the prefecture, the port of
Rethymno, stands on the north side of the island and is
the third largest town in Crete.
