Морський музей Maritime Museum

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The Maritime Museum of Crete is located right at the entrance to the fortress of Firkas. It was established by the administration of the Crete Navy with the support of regional and municipal authorities. The museum was founded to promote and preserve the maritime traditions of the island, which were one of the important sources of its economy. It presents exhibits that relate to all significant periods in the history of Crete. The opening of the museum was timed to the 32nd anniversary of the Battle of Crete with the participation of its founder - Vice Admiral Jannopoulos, who at that time served as commander of logistics of the Navy in Chania.

The magnificent exhibits of the Chania Maritime Museum are the result of the efforts of all employees who became followers of the work of its main inspiration. Thanks to the coordinated work of all involved, the Chania Maritime Museum has reached a level comparable to the best maritime museums in Europe.
One of the important factors in the creation of the museum is its location in the historic sea fort, so that visitors can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of that time.
In the middle of the fortress were soldiers' barracks, warehouses and large underground cisterns to preserve water supplies. It was at Firkas Fortress in December 1913 that the Greek flag was raised to unite Greece and Crete. This is evidenced by a memorial plaque on the fortress wall.