A legacy from the days of Alexander the Great
The deep roots of Thessaloniki stretch back over two millennia to the era of Alexander the Great. Founded in 315 BC by King Cassander, the city was named in honor of his wife, the half-sister of the legendary Macedonian conqueror. Today, this historic foundation serves as the gateway to Northern Greece, where ancient ruins and royal legacies still pulse through the modern streets.
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Click the panel to walk the streets of Thessaloniki.