We found ourselves in a stunning beach town with amazing food.
The flat we rented deserves a shout out. Located on the second floor of the building, although cozy, we were living for the small patio. This, plus the windows gave light to the room. This was important to us because the room had ample morning light and a lot of afternoon sun.
We would usually have breakfast in the small round table as we people watch through the leaves of the tree. It gave us ample privacy.
We haven’t had lunch yet, so we decided to search for some food. Our flat, although not beach front, was located via a 3-minute walk to Nea Chora beach. The promenade of Nea Chora is lined with hotels, apartments and restaurants.
We had a nice, late lunch in a local taverna by the water. The hanging Octupi was actually what caught my attention. According to Maricar, the Greek island taverans is known for its Octopi dishes. So, it’s definitely a must.
We were already loving the vibe of the city of Chania. It is more relaxed and the vibe is friendlier. The people are friendlier.
We decided to explore its quaint streets while heading towards the old venetian port. We’d see beautifully ornate chapels, bump into an odd vendor and breeze through shops as the sun continued its descent. The old Venetian port is lovely, it is not as “big” at the other ports we’ve visited through this trip, but it’s relatively small size makes everything charming. The water from the edge is clear and clean. I saw fish dart in between the rocks as the light bounced off the waves.
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