Malaxa

Malaxa

Malaxa 

Above the Venetian port of Chania - some seven miles from the town - is the hamlet
of Malaxa, the scene of much ferocious fighting during the second world war between
invading German paratroopers, who suffered tremendous casualties, and Cretan and
British defenders. Today the still quiet in the foothills of the White Mountains helps one
contemplate the historic significance of the hamlet with its charming Greek Orthodox
church and the ruins of a Turkish tower.

In the 'centre' of the village are 2 small cafeneons. One of which, popular with older
village men, stocks basic food items such
as rice and tinned milk. The second cafeon has a small outside seating area
where it is possible to order omelettes, salad, ice-cream
and drinks.

On the outskirts of the village, 1km to the west on the Chania road, lie
two tavernas, one of which "The Ovgono" tends to open only at weekends, both
having great panoramic views.

Pure Crete has been involved in renovating three houses here
(two of which adjoin and share a dramatically designed swimming pool) that enable
visitors a unique opportunity to enjoy Cretan hospitality, beaches and natural history
from a secluded vantage point.

Agape   sleeps 2/3  Category  B

Demetrios House sleeps 2/4 Category D

Stavros House sleeps 2/4  Category D

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