If you want to enjoy a relaxing holiday inThe beach of the sea surrounded by a fabulously beautiful nature, should be sent to the island of Crete. Rethymno attractions are prepared for tourists of different ages and with all sorts of preferences. It will be comfortable for the holidaymakers who prefer active recreation, couples with children, restless youth and elderly people who want to enjoy a calm and measured life, to stay away from the hustle and bustle. The hospitable resort of all will meet a cloudless sky, a bright sun, clear sea and sandy beaches.
Sights of Rethymnon are always evokeddelight and positive emotions, this also applies to the old port with the Venetian lighthouse, which is considered the heart of the city. Great pleasure is given by an ordinary walk along the embankment, on which there are restaurants, cafes and shops with all kinds of goods. To get acquainted with the resort, you should visit the Archaeological Museum, look at the fortress Fortezza, built in the XVI century.
It is best to start examiningthe sights of Rethymnon from the Great Gates of Porto Guora. This is the only architectural structure that has survived to our days since ancient times. This part of the city has an aristocratic old look thanks to the buildings of the Middle Ages and narrow streets. To relax in silence, you can retire in one of the city gardens or sit with a cup of coffee at the Galero Cafe near the Rimondi Fountain.
Looking at the sights of Rethymno, notIt is necessary to postpone for a while the acquaintance with the history of this region. The Folklore and History Museum has collected an exposition of ceramic products, national costumes, photos, historical maps, weapons, embroideries. Nearby there is a bakery, the doors of which are always open to visitors who want to know the secrets of baking local cookies. No tourist returns home without gifts, for this purpose you should visit the shopping street Sulayou Street. There is everything: cosmetics, local herbs, ceramics, jewelry, books, chic wines.
