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Chania

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the old harbour of Chania

Chaniais aGreekcity which is the capital of Chania prefecture. It is in the west ofCrete.55,838 people live there. Chania has an important port which connects Chania with the port ofPiraeus.

Chania had an significant development from 13th century till 17th century. Then it was underVenetianrule. After the Venetians, ruled theOttomansuntil 1912. This yearCretewas liberated and it is united withGreece.