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- 1 Thessaloniki (Thessaloniki in Greek) – the second largest and importance of the city of Greece. After all, it is the regional center of Macedonia with over a million people. Located in the north of the country the shores of the Aegean Sea.
- 2 Sights of Thessaloniki
- 3 Thessaloniki Airport
- 4 Thessaloniki Map
Thessaloniki (Thessaloniki in Greek) – the second largest and importance of the city of Greece. After all, it is the regional center of Macedonia with over a million people. Located in the north of the country the shores of the Aegean Sea.
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Первые постройки города в Термическом заливе были заложены царемCassander back in 315 BC. The ruler was friend and ally of the legendary Alexander of Macedon. because after the death of the commander, he received a part of the Empire in possession. New the city ruler Cassander called the name of his wife, who to all the other was Alexander’s own sister. So the name arose Thessaloniki.
Subsequently, the seaside town grew to a large port. is he continued to develop and build, which soon made it important strategic center. As such, he was considered already in Roman times. and the Byzantine empires. However, a century of military power, fame and wealth replaced by a period of invasions of invaders and utter devastation. So, in 1430 the Turks seized Thessaloniki. Regain power over it was only in 1912 that the city managed to overcome Turkish rule. The day of the liberation of Thessaloniki was the day of St. Demetrius, the patron saint cities, and this date is celebrated annually on October 26th.
Dimitri was not the only holy revered by local residents. At the dawn of the formation of Christianity in Thessaloniki, led his preaching Holy Apostle Paul. Both his messages to his beloved they Thessalonians were forever recorded in the Bible.
Today Thessaloniki is a large industrial city. In addition to his Of economic importance, the city has a long history, rich original traditions. Here is one of the most significant universities of the Balkans – University. Aristotle. Unforgettable monument philosopher erected in the city center on the main square, also named after him. There is an old sign that says that if you grab the thumb of his right foot with his left hand, then you will become smarter. Therefore, Aristotle’s big toe is different. from the rest of the fingers with its brilliance.
The city has interesting cultural traditions. Here often spend various international exhibitions, forums and conferences. Also organize major concerts and festivals. And such institutions as the National Art Gallery, State Theater and Museum Modern art is known far beyond Greece.
The architecture of the city consists mainly of modern buildings. However, among them can be seen the old Roman buildings, Byzantine churches and villas of the eighteenth century. It is noteworthy that only those villas were restored who are privately owned and whose owners took part in the restoration work. And those villas whose the city authorities could not find the owners, to this day stand dilapidated: private property here concern can not.
Sights of Thessaloniki
- Upper Town
- Church of St. Demetrius
- Rotunda
- Arch of Galleria
- Hagia Sophia
- Monastery Vlatadon
- Museum of Byzantine Art
- Archaeological Museum
- White Tower
In addition, in Thessaloniki, you can find many shops, cafes, restaurants and night clubs. The most famous and expensive places and boutiques are located on Tsimisku street. Large selection of entertainment institutions in the old district of Ladadika, built in the XVIII-IX centuries.
Thessaloniki Airport
Thessaloniki Airport, today known as the International Airport “Macedonia”, was built in 1930. Early years airport operated under military needs, and after 1948 the airport became take civilian aircraft.
Annually the passenger traffic of the airport “Macedonia” is more than 4 million people, and in the future the management company will increase this figure up to 7-9 million people per year.
Thessaloniki Map
Photo: Mouzenidis Travel, google.com
