The Arch of Galerius, also known as the Kamára, dominates the landscape of central Thessaloniki. In addition to its impressive size and beautiful carvings, the arch serves as a powerful reminder of how the city has changed over the centuries. Today, you’ll find the historic Roman arch surrounded by the shops and restaurants of modern Thessaloniki…
At the junction of Olympou and Filippou street, you can find the Roman Forum (also known as “Ancient Agora”), the social and religious center of Roman Thessaloniki. Its construction was completed in two phases (mid 2nd and mid 3rd century AC) and includes the large rectangular square, the ground floor of the double underground Cryptic Galleria…
The favorite walk of the Thessalonians which will surely become your favorite habbit too! Few cities in Europe have as large as Thessaloniki’s seafront and it has been regenerated so that residents and visitors can enjoy walking or cycling, a unique route by the sea! Prepare your cameras because in the coastal route from the Port of Thessaloniki to the…
This impressive fortified area is situated on the NE end of the city walls, within the acropolis –one of the few remaining citadels that are still populated worldwide. Heptapyrgion was built in the 12th century, presumably on an older 9th century fortress and took this name as at first there were seven towers there. The current structure includes…