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Ruins of the Byzantine Wall

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Ruins of the Byzantine Wall

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  • Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων, Greece

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    May 10, 2026

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    The Byzantine Walls of Chania are a remarkable reminder of the city’s early fortifications, long before the grand Venetian walls were built. These ancient remains are mainly found on Kastelli Hill, overlooking the Old Harbor, where the Byzantine acropolis once stood proudly.

    Dating largely to the 7th century AD, the Byzantine fortifications were constructed over earlier Hellenistic defenses, reusing stones and architectural fragments from Ancient Kydonia—a city damaged by several earthquakes. As a result, the walls not only served as protection but also embodied centuries of Chania’s evolving history.

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    January 29, 2024

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    In the 7th century things became turbulent in Chania: the city was taken by Byzantine, then by the Saracens, then reconquered by the Byzantines. From this period you can find some Byzantine traces in the architecture of Chania, such as the remains of this Byzantine house.
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