Sunday 3 May 2009

The old port

We took a stroll down by the old port of Chania last night. It was full of happy people enjoying a perfect evening. A close-up will reveal that nearly every cafe, taverna, bar and restaurant had business. That's a very democratic spread of the trade.



May is one of the best times to visit Hania. The weather is warm without being too chilly and the outdoor entertainment areas will have been painted, renovated, cleaned or spruced in some other way just two months before, after the few cold months when tourism in Hania goes into hibernation, so that everything in the tourist areas looks fresh.

Without using any photo enhancements, I managed to capture the lights of the various businesses around the port casting their reflection in the water.

9 comments:

  1. That brings back such memories. My godson's family used to own 'The Galini' so I often viewed the old port from just about where your photograph was taken. AHHHhhhhhhhhhhh spring in Xania - How I miss you.

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  2. Sounds like a great place to be at...lovely shot

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  3. I have to include Hania in my travelings!!

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  4. It looks a great spot for a stroll and maybe find some dinner.

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  5. So no credit crunch in Hania then?

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  6. Just one word - Envious!!!

    PS Thank you for the comment. The cottage is for summer use only - we live about an hours drive from here.

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  7. I remember this place from my honeymoon!

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