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A city with a powerful history and beautiful landscape, Thessaloniki – or Salonica – is the second-largest municipality in Greece. From historic architecture to vibrant festivals, Thessaloniki never fails to impress visitors with its incredible combination of color and culture. A busy seaport and busier destination for nightlife, Thessaloniki is able to combine substance and style to a degree rarely found in any major city. With the horizon shaped by the ocean and Mount Olympus, there’s no shortage of picturesque vistas to be had during any Thessaloniki vacation.

No matter where you stay during your Thessaloniki vacation, you’ll be serenaded by the Mediterranean breeze. The Borough of Kalamaria is known for its beautiful beaches and bustling marinas. Old Town is located in the city center, marked by Byzantine walls and even more ancient architecture. Stunning churches and fortifications dot the cityscape in Thessaloniki, evidence of the city’s past role in the Eastern Roman Empire. Multiple world heritage listings can be found throughout the city, so you’re sure to have incredible sites within easy reach of your hotel.

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Thessaloniki’s Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and for good reason. The city played a very important role during the time of the Byzantine Empire, serving as a ‘second capital’ with Constantinople. Due to this pre-eminent position, the city is filled with stunning ancient structures. The Arch of Galerius, for example, is a monumental piece dating over 1700 years in age. The accompanying Rotunda was built by the same leader, and has survived the region’s many earthquakes to stand as one of the world’s oldest Christian churches. Other incredible sites include the Hagia Sophia of Thessaloniki, the Church of the Acheiropoietos, and more. In total, the city has 15 sites on the world heritage list, an impressive feat.

Thessaloniki is the cultural center of Greece. Incredible theaters host a wide variety of performing arts, ranging from theater to dance. Open-air amphitheaters house productions during the warm summer months. Thessaloniki is also home to great shopping, which is centered on Tsimiski Street, as well as one of Europe’s largest casinos, the Regency.

Thessaloniki is gaining recognition as a festival city due to its incredible array of annual events. The Thessaloniki International Trade Fair sees over a quarter of a million yearly attendees, bringing visitors from all over the world to the city. The International Film Festival is one of the biggest in Europe. Local events like the Dimitria Festival bring cultural traditions of music, dance, cuisine, and more to the limelight.

Thessaloniki is home to many great museums. These include the Archeological Museum of Thessaloniki, which contains artifacts from Macedonia, Rome, and other amazing cultures. The Thessaloniki Science Center and Technology Museum is another popular destination, with incredible high-tech exhibits that teach about scientific discoveries and innovations in interactive ways.