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5th Chania Book Festival Celebrates Stefanos Trachanas June 22-28

Saturday, 20 June 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

The 5th Chania Book Festival takes place from June 22 to 28 in Chania, on the northwest coast of Crete. This year's edition honors academic and author Stefanos Trachanas, with a dedicated ceremony among the scheduled events. The festival brings together writers, publishers, and book lovers for a week of literary activities in one of Crete's most atmospheric cities. Visitors staying in or passing through Chania during this period can expect readings, panel discussions, and cultural programming alongside the book fair itself. The event is typically held in accessible public spaces in the city center, making it easy to drop in. If you are in western Crete between June 22 and 28, the festival offers a genuine glimpse into contemporary Greek intellectual and literary culture beyond the usual tourist circuit.

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