Greece · City guides
Chania
Chania is a beautiful port town on the northwest coast of Crete, with an atmosphere reflecting its Venetian and Turkish past. Highly livable spot.
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Quick facts
- Currency
Currency
Euro (EUR)- Language
- Demotic Greek
Language
Demotic Greek, Greek, Modern Greek - Time zones
UTC+2
UTC+2 (UTC+3 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/F
Power plugs
Type C, F · 230 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
- Visa (US citizens)
Check entry requirements for U.S. citizens before you go
Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Crete, Greece · Population: 55K · Calling code: +30
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