Küçük Hasan Mosque: A Jewel of Chania's Historical Heritage

Getting There

• Walking

  Start from the center of Chania at the historic Venetian Harbor. Head east along the waterfront promenade (Akti Kountourioti) until you reach the end of the harbor. Continue straight onto Kountourioti Street. At the intersection, turn left onto the pedestrian street, Halidon Street. Follow Halidon Street, which will lead you through the old town. Keep an eye out for signs leading to the Küçük Hasan Mosque. Once you reach the square at the end of Halidon Street, take a right onto Sourmelis Street. The mosque will be located at number 18 on this street.

• Walking

  If you are starting from the Chania Municipal Market (Agora), exit the market and head south towards the harbor. Once at the harbor, turn left and follow the waterfront promenade (Akti Kountourioti) towards the east. Continue along the promenade until it ends, then turn left onto Kountourioti Street. Proceed straight, and at the intersection, take a left onto Halidon Street. As you walk, look for signs directing you towards the Küçük Hasan Mosque. After a short walk, turn right onto Sourmelis Street. The mosque will be located at Sourmelis 18.

• Walking

  From the Chania Archaeological Museum, exit and head towards the main square. Walk towards Kydonias Street, and turn left. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Halidon Street. Turn right onto Halidon Street. Follow this street as it winds through the old town. Look for directional signs indicating the Küçük Hasan Mosque. Once you arrive at the square, turn right on Sourmelis Street, and you will find the mosque at number 18.