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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Rethymnon

The capital of the province is Rethymnon, with a population of around 40,000 it is the third largest city in Crete. 
The main attraction is the Old Venetian – Ottoman quarter which occupies the land next to the Venetian fortress. 
It is a maze of narrow streets, 
Venetian monuments and the occasional minaret adding the Ottoman influence. 
The old quarter has become a major shopping area and offers a wide range of shops selling just about everything from souvenirs to jewellery, leather, Cretan spices and pottery. 
There are also many restaurants, some of which are among the best in Crete.








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