Chalmun's Cantina

Chalmun's Cantina, more commonly referred to as the Mos Eisley Cantina, is one of the provincial settings featured in the 1977 sci-fi classic Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Comprising one of the more memorable scenes from the movie, it was here that the audience was first introduced to Han Solo and Chewbacca the Wookiee, two characters who would go on to achieve iconic status within the franchise and become fan favorites. The Mos Eisley Cantina is also known for showcasing dozens of alien creatures, many of whom make only brief appearances, but would go on to enjoy cult status within the ever-growing Star Wars "Expanded Universe". Chalmun's Cantina was also the primary setting from the Expanded Universe novel Star Wars: Tales from the Mos Eisley Cantina. The cantina was also seen in the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, where the nighttime bartender, Akmena, would entertain the patrons with a rousing sing-along.

History
Chalmun's Cantina was located on the main thoroughfare of the Mos Eisley space port on the planet Tatooine. It was previously owned by a Wookiee named Chalmun, but was later sold to the establishment's daytime bartender Wuher. From the outside, the cantina was indistinguishable from many of the other buildings crowding the space port. Jawas could often be found squatting in front of its front door and traders would often sell their wares in the street just outside.