Kastelli (Kissamos)

At a distance of 41 kilometers from Chania on the west coast, is located Kissamos (Kastelli) a town with approx. 3821 permanent residents. Situated in a very fertile plain with vineyards and olive trees, it still keeps its ancient name, as officially it is called Kissamos. However, it is mostly known as Kastelli (“castle”), due to the fortress constructed by the Venetians and still is standing there. There are a lot of things to see when in Kastelli, the town was active during the Greco-Roman period and relics from this period are still present. The Roman baths and cemetery, and especially the mosaic pavements are well worth seeing. Near the port you can also visit the small church of Aghios Ioannis, located at a cave-like opening within a cliff. Kastelli offers a wide range of lodgings to the visitor, with lots of cafes, taverns and restaurants, whereas bars and discos will offer to the guests an interesting nightlife. Access from Chania is possible by public bus, running regularly all year round and by private and rented car and motorbikes.