Rethymnon offers a balanced combination of the possibilities of
a new and old city. Your every shopping desire can be satisfied.
You will be tempted by everything from traditional folk art
products, and in particular wood carving, which flourishes in the
area, to local traditional delicacies. During your tour of the
old town, you can pick up souvenirs that will remind you of the
area's peculiarities, such as Cretan knives, headscarves, knitwear
and needlework, all famous for their quality and special character.
Also, if you prefer to buy treats for
your friends when you return, stock
up on raki, wine, kalitsounia, dakos
(barley rusks) and dried figs. Don't
forget a CD or tape with Cretan
music, because you'll miss it if you
enjoyed it even at one small
celebration.
