Souda Bay CreteChania Greece Souda Bay Crete A deep safe harbour which has been used for centuries, this bay is 7 kms from the centre of Chania town on the north coast of Crete. Ferries leave from this port for Pireaus port of Athens.  The bay is protected by the Akrotiri peninsular, where the Chania international airport is located. The entrance to the bay has been protected by succeeding powers over many centuries, there are ruins of the venetian fort still visible today.  The Greek navy and NATO navy operate out of Souda Bay, and there is a NATO missile firing base nearby.  On the shores of the bay is the cemetery of the fallen allies from World War II, where the Battle of Crete memorials are held each year. Set just off the national road to the east of Chania, the bay should not be confused with Souda beach to the west of Plakias in south of Rethymnon, Crete. To the east of the ferry harbour, are the beachside villages of Kalyves, Almyrida and Plaka. On the south of the bay, a little inland and south of the national road sits the ancient site of Aptera, dating from the 14th century BC.  The village of Plaka is located about 24 kms from Chania. Set on a cliff top overlooking the stunning scenery of Souda Bay, this villa is only about 1.5 kms from the small village of Plaka with its seaside beach village Almyrida only a few miles away. Almyrida has an organised beach, tavernas famous for their tasty food and calm waters ideal for families.
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