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Elderly woman found living under playground slide in Chania

Wednesday, 1 July 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

An elderly woman has been found living beneath a wooden slide in a children's playground in the center of Chania, one of Crete's most visited cities. Her makeshift shelter consists of a few pieces of clothing and flattened cardboard boxes tucked under the play structure. The situation highlights growing social vulnerability in urban areas of Crete, even in tourist-heavy locations. For visitors to Chania, the city center remains safe to explore, with its renowned Venetian harbor, covered market, and old town streets fully accessible. If you encounter individuals in visible distress in public spaces, local social services can be contacted through the municipality. The incident serves as a reminder that, like many European cities, Chania faces challenges around homelessness alongside its reputation as a premier travel destination.

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