Built atop a hill in Rethymnon Old Town, the Fortezza (for-TED-za) stands as a symbol of Crete's tempestuous past. The Venetian ruling class, who oversaw the construction of the imposing Fortezza ...

Old Town encompasses the northern portion of Rethymno, wrapping around the southern and eastern walls of the Venetian Fortezza. The historic neighborhood is within walking distance of downtown ...

Get in a little more Venetian architecture at Rethymno Old Town ... Travelers can walk past homes and buildings showcasing Crete's unique melding of history, including all its Venetian, Ottoman ...