Grand Arsenal, Chania
The Grand Arsenal in Chania is a historic building located in the Old Port of the city. Situated at the westernmost end of the dockyards, the Grand Arsenal is a standalone structure that has been an important part of the city's history for centuries.
Although the building was constructed in the 1600s, it was not used for functional purposes until the mid-19th century. In 1872, a second floor was added to the building, and it was subsequently used to house a number of important institutions over the years. These included the Christian School, theatrical performances, municipal hospital, and the City Hall of Chania, which occupied the building from 1928 onwards.
Unfortunately, during the German invasion of Chania, the Grand Arsenal was bombed, suffered significant damage, and was abandoned after the war. In the late 20th century, the Center of Architecture of the Mediterranean in Chania decided to restore and regenerate the building.
After a lengthy restoration process, the Grand Arsenal was reopened in 2002 and has since become a popular venue for a variety of events. These include conferences, seminars, theatrical performances, workshops, and concerts.
Although the building was constructed in the 1600s, it was not used for functional purposes until the mid-19th century. In 1872, a second floor was added to the building, and it was subsequently used to house a number of important institutions over the years. These included the Christian School, theatrical performances, municipal hospital, and the City Hall of Chania, which occupied the building from 1928 onwards.
Unfortunately, during the German invasion of Chania, the Grand Arsenal was bombed, suffered significant damage, and was abandoned after the war. In the late 20th century, the Center of Architecture of the Mediterranean in Chania decided to restore and regenerate the building.
After a lengthy restoration process, the Grand Arsenal was reopened in 2002 and has since become a popular venue for a variety of events. These include conferences, seminars, theatrical performances, workshops, and concerts.
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Grand Arsenal on Map
Sight Name: Grand Arsenal
Sight Location: Chania, Greece (See walking tours in Chania)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Chania, Greece (See walking tours in Chania)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Chania, Greece
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Chania Introduction Walking Tour
The Dorians arrived in Crete circa 1100 BC. Before then, there was a Minoan settlement called Kydonia. Its remains was excavated in today's city of Chania.
In 69 BC Roman Consul Caecilius Metellus conquered the city. In 395, the Byzantines took over, replaced by Arabs in 824. The Byzantines returned in 961. Enter the Venetians in 1252. The ever ubiquitous Ottomans took the reins in 1645.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
In 69 BC Roman Consul Caecilius Metellus conquered the city. In 395, the Byzantines took over, replaced by Arabs in 824. The Byzantines returned in 961. Enter the Venetians in 1252. The ever ubiquitous Ottomans took the reins in 1645.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles