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Going back, we stop in Rethimnon, the third biggest town on Crete, where monuments of the archaeological, Ottoman and Venetian eras coexist, in an extremely interesting way. Have a stroll in the alleys of the old town, visit the Turkish minarets like Neratze Mosque and the Venetian fortresses or just enjoy your coffee in the magnificent harbor.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Rethymnon Old Town
Welcome to Rethymno, a city that stands as a prime example of a Cretan Renaissance town. With a population of roughly 30,000 residents, it is Crete's third-largest city, yet it retains a remarkably intimate and historical…
Listen in the app2The Neratze Mosque and the Echoes of Faith
Our first major stop is the Neratze Mosque, a building that perfectly encapsulates the religious transformations of Rethymno. This structure, with its impressive triple domes and soaring minaret, began its life as a Venetian…
Listen in the app3The Rimondi Fountain and the Lion's Breath
Walking a short distance into the heart of the old quarter, we find the Rimondi Fountain, located in Platanos Square. This is one of the most beautiful and functional legacies of the Venetian period. …
Listen in the app4The Artisan Workshops: Baklava and Tradition
As we wander deeper into the 'serpentine alleys,' we encounter one of Rethymno’s best-kept secrets: the traditional pastry workshops. There is a small, unassuming 'hole in the wall' shop near the Veneto Hotel where artisans still…
Listen in the app5The Fortezza: Crete’s Largest Bastion
We now approach the most dominant feature of the Rethymno skyline: the Fortezza. Constructed by the Venetians between 1573 and 1580, this is the largest fortress ever built on Crete. …
Listen in the app6The Sultan Ibrahim Khan Mosque and the Echo Chamber
Within the walls of the Fortezza stands the Sultan Ibrahim Khan Mosque, perhaps the most striking building in the entire complex. This square, domed structure was built by the Ottomans shortly after they captured the fortress in…
Listen in the app7The Venetian Harbor and the Egyptian Pharos
Descending from the Fortezza, we head toward the Venetian Harbor, the most picturesque part of Rethymno. The harbor is much smaller than the one in Chania, which adds to its charm and intimacy. …
Listen in the app8Rethymnon Old Town
As we conclude our tour of Rethymno Old Town, we return to the edge of the modern city, yet the spirit of the past remains with us. Rethymno is a place that rewards those who take the time to linger, to wander the side streets,…
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What is Rethymnon Old Town?
Rethymnon Old Town is a place in Greece with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Greece |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 35.3696, 24.4747 |
| Last updated |
