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Rethimno Civilization: Information about the Civilization of Rethimno
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Rethimno with much of its modem holiday accommodation spread behind the mile long sandy beach, also attracts the visitor with a sense of history. Dominated by a Venetian fortress, the old town has bags of atmosphere. Its quaint little fishing harbour is particularly attractive in the evenings when water's edge tavemas are lit up. A Venetian fortress, a beautiful old town, a palm-lined promenade, a long sandy beach complete with water sports, lively bars and tempting tavernas, old and new blend happily in Rethimno.
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| When the Venetians came to Rethimno they established themselves in the Castel Vecchio, the first building centre of the town. The Castel Vecchio included a very small area and was surrounded by a fortified wall. Later, the expansion of the settlement beyond that wall demanded the construction of a new wall, which would include a larger area. This was carried out during the period between 1540 and 1570. The new fortification of the building complex included a magnificent entrance gate, the Porta Guora, which led to the central square, where the superb public buildings such as the Loggia, the Rimondi Fountain and the sundial tower were situated.
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