Unfortunately we arrived. When it was officially closed but we were allowed in. Well worth a visit. The ancient cistern eas amazing

This is a quite unusual site in that there is an excellent leaflet and very extensive pictorial exhibition and some most impressive remains (especially the Roman cisterns) but no entry charge, no-one on the gate and you just wander around by yourself. Perfect! It is easy to find and a wonderful panoramic view.

Came here on a walk (from the book Crete Walks in the Apokoronas by Geoff Needle). The views are tremendous, the wild flowers and butterflies (in April) were delightful. We were pleasantly surprised by the large number of Greek and Roman ruins at the site and spent a very enjoyable hour wandering around.

Ancient history in Chania area.Archological digging not present as in previous years visit. No longer funded by EU grant i believe. Small museum onsite with explanations of ruins. Can pick up info guides at tourist office too. Nice to wonder around(hat and waterSummer months) Beautiful views in the area particularly near old Turkish Fortress.

It is a "must" to get the right impression of the importency of the island. All the differnt conquers from ancient time uptil now. The wiev is amazing, the very long and deep fiord. Use your fantasy and "wiev the boats, ships sailing toward the coast".

Fantastic site for the amateur historian. Ruins span well over two thousand years from ancient Cretans to a WWll machine gun nest. The Roman water cisterns are amazing. All for free! Even if you are not interested in history the view from the castle over Souda Bay is fantastic.

If you are interested in archeological sites, Aptera is a must. mostly roman remains built over an ancient Hellenic city. A lot to see including the remains of an amphitheatre. A great taverna in the village below too.

This site is not yet completely discovered - archeologues are still busy at this place. Beatifull theatre discoverd only a few years ago.

Aptera is a complex of roman or hellenistic buildings that is on top of a hill overlooking Souda Bay. It is about 20 min drive from Chanea, about 10 min from the main highway. The views are breathtaking, particularly in the spring with all flowers blooming. It is a place to chill out for a few precious minutes, away from... More