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Rethymno is the third largest city of Crete and is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, attracting various tourists during the summer period. With a history of more than 4500 years and a cultural identity shaped through the Minoan, the Hellenistic, the Roman and the Byzantine years, this place has so many stories to tell.
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Rethimno
Rethymno is the third largest city of Crete and is one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, attracting various tourists during the summer period. With a history of more than 4500 years and a cultural identity shaped through the Minoan, the Hellenistic, the Roman and the Byzantine years, this place has so many stories to tell.
Αξιοθέατα
Mili Gorge is just 8 km South of Rethymnon. It took its name from the windmills that existed in the area and were functional till the 70s. The walk starts from the path that leads to the gorge under the new village of Mili. After a 30 minute walk you will reach the abandoned village next to the creek and you will see the beautiful gardens and the small river that runs through what is left of the many windmills that once existed there. Also, there is a tavern inside the gorge where you can ask for information concerning the area or enjoy a delicious meal.
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Mili Gorge
Mili Gorge is just 8 km South of Rethymnon. It took its name from the windmills that existed in the area and were functional till the 70s. The walk starts from the path that leads to the gorge under the new village of Mili. After a 30 minute walk you will reach the abandoned village next to the creek and you will see the beautiful gardens and the small river that runs through what is left of the many windmills that once existed there. Also, there is a tavern inside the gorge where you can ask for information concerning the area or enjoy a delicious meal.
Arkadi Monastery is located near the village Amnatos, 23km east of Rethymno. It is built at an altitude of 500m, on a fertile plateau with olive groves, vineyards, pine, cypress and oak trees. Around the monastery there are several picturesque chapels and from there starts the beautiful Arkadi gorge.
The exact date of the foundation of the monastery is not known, but it is believed that it was actually founded by Byzantine Emperor Arkadios in the 12th century. According to another version, the name is taken after a monk called Arkadios, who first founded the monastery. Moreover, the monastery was called Tsanli Manastir by the Turks (i.e. beneficiary bell), as the Arkadi monastery was the only Cretan monastery that had the right to ring its bells.
The initial church of the monastery was dedicated to Saint Constantine and some ruins of it are preserved in the northwestern part of the monastery enclosure. Arkadi is surrounded by massif walls that made it impregnable from the enemies and its rich fortification attracted the rebellious Cretans. Many Turkish and Greek documents are referring to the life and the adventures of the monastery, that provided educational, national, ethical and monetary support for the locals.
Arkadi is certainly the most historic monastery of Crete and has become the most sacred symbol of the Struggle of the Cretans for Freedom. It is the theater of the tragic battle of 1866, which opened the way for the liberation of the island in 1898. Indeed, UNESCO has designated Arkadi as a European Freedom Monument.
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Arkadi
Arkadi Monastery is located near the village Amnatos, 23km east of Rethymno. It is built at an altitude of 500m, on a fertile plateau with olive groves, vineyards, pine, cypress and oak trees. Around the monastery there are several picturesque chapels and from there starts the beautiful Arkadi gorge.
The exact date of the foundation of the monastery is not known, but it is believed that it was actually founded by Byzantine Emperor Arkadios in the 12th century. According to another version, the name is taken after a monk called Arkadios, who first founded the monastery. Moreover, the monastery was called Tsanli Manastir by the Turks (i.e. beneficiary bell), as the Arkadi monastery was the only Cretan monastery that had the right to ring its bells.
The initial church of the monastery was dedicated to Saint Constantine and some ruins of it are preserved in the northwestern part of the monastery enclosure. Arkadi is surrounded by massif walls that made it impregnable from the enemies and its rich fortification attracted the rebellious Cretans. Many Turkish and Greek documents are referring to the life and the adventures of the monastery, that provided educational, national, ethical and monetary support for the locals.
Arkadi is certainly the most historic monastery of Crete and has become the most sacred symbol of the Struggle of the Cretans for Freedom. It is the theater of the tragic battle of 1866, which opened the way for the liberation of the island in 1898. Indeed, UNESCO has designated Arkadi as a European Freedom Monument.
Ideon Cave (or Ideon Antron) is located on the eastern slopes of Mount Ida (Psiloritis) just above the plateau Nida. The distance of the cave from Anogia is 24km and from Rethymno it’s 78km. The cave has not any special speleological value, but has enormous mythological and cultural value, as this is the cave in which, according to the legend, the greatest Greek god, Zeus, was grown up. Today, thousands of tourists visit the cave every year, especially during the summer months.
The Ideon Andron cave is located at an altitude of 1538m, exactly on the steep cliff formed by the so-called Nida fault. Its entrance is to be found on the fault plane, while internal parallel faults can also be seen. Nice folds of the platy marble occur both at the entrance and at the large internal area. The cave is not particularly important from the geological point of view as it is relatively small and lacks cave decoration. However, near the entrance three majestic stalactites welcome the visitors.
The cave has an area of 800 sq.m., which is divided internally into three rooms and the sanctuary. Access to rooms is on descending slope, while there are a few points where the visitor can discern some parts of cave decoration.
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Ideon Andron
Ideon Cave (or Ideon Antron) is located on the eastern slopes of Mount Ida (Psiloritis) just above the plateau Nida. The distance of the cave from Anogia is 24km and from Rethymno it’s 78km. The cave has not any special speleological value, but has enormous mythological and cultural value, as this is the cave in which, according to the legend, the greatest Greek god, Zeus, was grown up. Today, thousands of tourists visit the cave every year, especially during the summer months.
The Ideon Andron cave is located at an altitude of 1538m, exactly on the steep cliff formed by the so-called Nida fault. Its entrance is to be found on the fault plane, while internal parallel faults can also be seen. Nice folds of the platy marble occur both at the entrance and at the large internal area. The cave is not particularly important from the geological point of view as it is relatively small and lacks cave decoration. However, near the entrance three majestic stalactites welcome the visitors.
The cave has an area of 800 sq.m., which is divided internally into three rooms and the sanctuary. Access to rooms is on descending slope, while there are a few points where the visitor can discern some parts of cave decoration.
Φαγητό
“Hani” is one of the most famous Souvlaki & Gyros Taverns in the city with delicious souvlaki and traditional cuisine
Ψησταριά "Το Χάνι"
19 Patriarchi Athinagora“Hani” is one of the most famous Souvlaki & Gyros Taverns in the city with delicious souvlaki and traditional cuisine
Taverna Zisis operating since 1972 once the grandfather Zisis and the grandmother Chryssoula created a traditional taverna for the families of Rethymnon and their social events.
All these years this taverna has evolved as one of the most popular for residents of Crete and the visitors of the island.
It is located close to the center of Rethymno (about 0,5 km from your apartmet), on the old highway Rethymnon – Heraklion (at the Amariotikos junction).
Taverna Zisis provides the customers with parking and an organized area specially designed for children to play.
In the summertime the customers can enjoy their food on the patio, in a beautiful environment under the shade of trees.
In the central hall dominates daily (noon and evening) the show case with traditional cooked foods from Crete and Asia Minor based on recipes from grandma Chryssoula.
You can choose between 35 to 40 different dishes of meat, fish, fresh vegetables and tomato sauce prepared with fresh Cretan raw materials, which you can also enjoy in your home with takeaway from our taverna.
There are also available fresh local meats from the grill and a wide variety of fried titbits at very affordable prices.
Taverna Zisis is recognized since 2004 with the brand of Greek cuisine and certified in accordance with International Standards ISO 9001:2008 quality service and safety food consumption Code Of Practice – General Principles Of Food Hygiene – CAC / RCP 1-1969, Rev . 4-2003, Amd. (2009) – HACCP Codex Alimentarius Commission.
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Taverna Zisis
63 Leof. Machis KritisTaverna Zisis operating since 1972 once the grandfather Zisis and the grandmother Chryssoula created a traditional taverna for the families of Rethymnon and their social events.
All these years this taverna has evolved as one of the most popular for residents of Crete and the visitors of the island.
It is located close to the center of Rethymno (about 0,5 km from your apartmet), on the old highway Rethymnon – Heraklion (at the Amariotikos junction).
Taverna Zisis provides the customers with parking and an organized area specially designed for children to play.
In the summertime the customers can enjoy their food on the patio, in a beautiful environment under the shade of trees.
In the central hall dominates daily (noon and evening) the show case with traditional cooked foods from Crete and Asia Minor based on recipes from grandma Chryssoula.
You can choose between 35 to 40 different dishes of meat, fish, fresh vegetables and tomato sauce prepared with fresh Cretan raw materials, which you can also enjoy in your home with takeaway from our taverna.
There are also available fresh local meats from the grill and a wide variety of fried titbits at very affordable prices.
Taverna Zisis is recognized since 2004 with the brand of Greek cuisine and certified in accordance with International Standards ISO 9001:2008 quality service and safety food consumption Code Of Practice – General Principles Of Food Hygiene – CAC / RCP 1-1969, Rev . 4-2003, Amd. (2009) – HACCP Codex Alimentarius Commission.
CAFÉ GREGORY’S OF RETHYMNO at distance of 170 m from your apartment, belongs to a famous refreshment coffee bars chain with 330 stores, all over the country. It is the 9th biggest coffee store chain in Europe.
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CAFÉ GREGORY’S OF RETHYMNO at distance of 170 m from your apartment, belongs to a famous refreshment coffee bars chain with 330 stores, all over the country. It is the 9th biggest coffee store chain in Europe.
Essentials
It is a supermarket of a local Cretan chain that has a wide variety of products and very good prices
Supermarket Παυλάκης
26 Leof. Machis KritisIt is a supermarket of a local Cretan chain that has a wide variety of products and very good prices
It is a famous bakery that has a wide variety of pastries and sweets. He also prepares many Cretan sweets from old recipes
Mikrasiátiko
2 Patriarchi AthinagoraIt is a famous bakery that has a wide variety of pastries and sweets. He also prepares many Cretan sweets from old recipes
Kyriakópoulos
1 Patriarchi AthinagoraIt is one of the most famous butchers in the city with local meats and rye specialties
Consejos para la ciudad
Cómo moverse
You can go to the city center by bus, taxi or on foot
The apartment has a bus stop right next to it (at 10 m). So you can easily use the bus to easily go to all parts of Rethymnon.
Also, at a distance of 400m there is a taxi rank and the main beach promenade that leads to the city center, with a pleasant walk by the beach
Formas de ahorrar
There are two outdoor flea markets in the city
Every Thursday and Saturday, there is an outdoor flea market, where you can find local fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy and even clothes at low prices.