Réthymnon, the third largest town on Crete (pop. 15,000), lies half way along the north coast, at the foot of the Psilorítis range. The periods of Venetian and Turkish occupation have left their mark on the town, which shows a charming mingling of cultures.
The old town has many Venetian mansions, Turkish houses with enclosed timber balconies,
several small mosques (18th century) and the Fortezza (14th century, extended in 16th century), within which is a mosque with a massive dome. The Archeological Museum, opened in 1990 next to the Fortezza, is famous for the superb presentation of its exhibits.
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