Great relic, fabulous views, amazing history, sadly terribly under curated and service unsatisfactory to the point of apathy.

We travelled from Chania to Rethymno on buses, total cost 21 Euros each, 2 of us. Upon reaching city, found had left credit card at hotel- whoops. Luckily had 10 Euros for 2 entries to castle. We had to wait a few min utes for cashier to get organised-no problem. Sign said card only! Luckily they took cash- thanks, after a fair walk from bus station this was appreciated.

We then walked around the perimeter of the castle. Views are great, lovely view over sea and the city. Thee is a very impressive mosque and sentry boxes in the corners. Sadly, there was only 1 information board to tell you facts about the place, and this was that damaged to be illegible. A well stocked gift shop and cafe on site selling drinks and snacks. Lots of piles of rubble around as if the Turks had just left not in the 17th century, poorly railed gaps with just a chain across - not safe for children. The icing on the cake was when I asked at ticket office for water for journey home and they refused, said tap water not fit to drink. I had no money, yes my fault, but for health reasons I need to stay hydrated. Ticket office said to try shop who also refused. We loved the old ruin but a lack of information and lack of water made it a very average experience. Luckily a local cafe was kind and obliged ne a large bottle of water free, 😊 There are so many stories to be shared about the place, especially building of it and the Turkish siege in the 17th century, we weren't even offered a leaflet!