Kydonia
Map of Minoan Crete | |
| Alternative name | Kydonia |
|---|---|
| Location | Chania, Crete, Greece |
| Coordinates | 35°31′N 24°1′E / 35.517°N 24.017°E |
| Type | Minoan settlement |
| History | |
| Cultures | Minoan, Mycenaean |
| Site notes | |
| Public access | Yes |
Kydonia (/sɪˈdoʊniə/ or /kaɪˈdoʊniə/), also known as Cydonia (Ancient Greek: Κυδωνία, Kydōnía) was an ancient city located at the site of present-day Chania near the west end of the island of Crete in Greece. The city is known from archaeological remains dating back to the Minoan era as well as literary and historical sources. It was added as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2025.