RETHYMNO REGION RENTALS
Rethymno lies between the White Mountains and Mt Psiloritis and borders to the prefectures of Hania and Iraklion. The prefecture has excellent beaches, picturesque mountain and seashore villages and famous resort centres.
Rethymno town, the capital of the prefecture is divided into the old and the new town. While the new town is a typical modern city, the old town has retain much of its medieval and ottoman character and influence.
Some places of interest to visit include the Archaeological museum the Fortezza and the Venetian harbour.
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Rethymnos old town
The old city was built over the ruins of ancient Rithymna. A small charming town where the Venetian and Ottoman architecture and influence is obvious through out the city. The fortress The imposing fortress, also know as Fortezza was built in 1573 to protect the city’s population. The Venetians build it with four bastions and three entrances so as to be protected from attack by sea. In our days during summer various events are held in the small open-air theatre located inside the walls.Venetian Harbour The old Venetian harbour, from 1300 retains its picturesque character.
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