Ηρώο, Εθνικής Αντίστασης, Rethymno Travel Guide

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A solemn memorial in Rethymno honoring the brave men and women of the Greek National Resistance during World War II.

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The Ηρώο Εθνικής Αντίστασης (Hero of National Resistance) in Rethymno is a memorial dedicated to the Greek resistance fighters during World War II. It serves as a place for reflection and remembrance of their sacrifices.

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Rethimno, 741 31, GR

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Take a moment for quiet reflection on the sacrifices made by resistance fighters.
Visit during a local commemorative event to witness the community's respect for its history.
Combine your visit with a walk around the nearby city center to explore more of Rethymno's historical sites.

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Getting There

Walking

The Ηρώο Εθνικής Αντίστασης is located in Rethymno town and is easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From the Rimondi Fountain in the old town, walk east along Ethnikis Antistaseos street. The memorial will be on your right after a few blocks. The walk is generally flat and takes about 5-10 minutes.
Public Transport

Local buses service the city of Rethymno and the nearby areas. Check local bus schedules for the nearest stop to Ethnikis Antistaseos street. From the bus stop, walk towards the city center; the memorial will be a short walk from the main road.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Rethymno. Ask the driver to take you to the Ηρώο Εθνικής Αντίστασης on Ethnikis Antistaseos street. A short taxi ride from the Fortezza or the bus station will typically cost around €5-€7 during the day.

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The Ηρώο Εθνικής Αντίστασης, or Hero of National Resistance, is a monument in Rethymno dedicated to the individuals who participated in the Greek National Resistance during World War II. The memorial stands as a tribute to their courage and sacrifice in the face of Nazi occupation.The monument itself is an obelisk, though sources do not indicate who erected it or when it was erected. The Panhellenic Union of National Resistance Fighters (PEAEA) erected the monument in 2004. The eastern and western sides create a continuity from the Battle of Thermopylae and the Revolution of 1821 to the 'No', the Greek-Italian War of 1940/41 and the Resistance of ELAS. The monument honors the dead of ELAS, recalls the activity and successes of the left-wing resistance, but also the civil violence after the liberation of Rethymno, and maps the centers of ELAS resistance in the Rethymno region.The southern side of the obelisk lists the names of 32 fighters. The memorial serves multiple purposes: honoring the fallen members of ELAS (the National Liberation Army), commemorating the activities and successes of the leftist resistance movement, acknowledging the civil strife that followed Rethymno's liberation, and pinpointing the strongholds of ELAS resistance throughout the Rethymno region.