Pogled prema gradskom svjetioniku toliko je spektakularan da domaće stanovništvo kaže: "Na Kritu plačete dvaput, jednom kad dođete i drugi put kad odlazite." Lučki dio grada može se pohvaliti s nekoliko historijskih građevina, punim restoranima i noćnim životom duž glavne ulice Halidon, koja povezuje Stari sa novim gradom.
The view towards the city's lighthouse is so spectacular that the locals say, "In Crete you cry twice, once when you arrive and once when you leave." The harbourside boasts several historic buildings, thriving restaurants and nightlife along the main Halidon Street, which connects the Old Town with the new.