Chania is a city of mixed heritage, with strong influences both from the West, with the Greeks, and the East, with the Turks. Thus, this now-bustling city on the magnificent island of Crete lays claim to some of the most diverse and captivating history of anywhere in the world. The stunning architecture is equaled by the lush beaches and landscape, which includes gorges, mountains, and extensive plains. Of particular beauty is the city's old town, filled with huge Venetian fortifications, lighthouses, and instruments of war. The city's primary exports are leather and fine jewelry, and the endless marketplaces make for fantastic shopping.
