Top Attractions in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace

Eastern Macedonia and Thrace Essentials

This selection spans the historical and natural landmarks of northeastern Greece. It features the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Philippi, home to Roman and early Christian ruins, and the Byzantine fortress of Kavala. The list includes the unique marble-pebbled beaches and ancient agora of Thasos, the medieval Gattilusi towers of Samothrace, and the 60-meter-high Livaditis Waterfall in the Rodopi Mountains.

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Philippi

Philippi was a major Greek city northwest of the nearby island, Thasos.

The Castle of Kavala

A Byzantine-era fortification rebuilt by the Ottomans in the 15th century. The site includes a circular tower, an armory, and a cistern, positioned on the highest point of the Panagia peninsula.

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Nkiola

A natural rock-carved lagoon on the coast of Thasos. This emerald-colored pool is separated from the sea by a narrow rock wall and is replenished by crashing waves.

Saliara

A beach characterized by small white marble pebbles and turquoise water. The white stones originate from the nearby marble quarry and give the seabed its distinct bright color.

Agora archaias Thasou

The ancient commercial and social center of Thasos, featuring ruins of stoas, temples, and monuments dating from the 4th century BC through the Roman period.

Archaeological Museum of Thasos

Displays artifacts from the island's history, including the 3.5-meter-tall Kouros of Thasos and a collection of sculptures and pottery from the Neolithic to the Roman era.

Тракийска купулна гробница

A 4th-century BC Thracian beehive tomb featuring a long entrance corridor and a circular burial chamber with a corbelled dome.

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Phare d'Alexandroupolis

An 18-meter-high stone lighthouse commissioned in 1880. It stands as a primary landmark on the city's waterfront and remains operational for maritime navigation.

Castle of Samothraki

A 14th-century Genoese fortification built by the Gattilusi family. It sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking the traditional settlement of Chora.

Towers of Paleopolis

Three defensive towers constructed in the 15th century by Palamede Gattilusio. The structures were built using repurposed stones from the nearby Sanctuary of the Great Gods.

Katarraktes Leibadite

The tallest waterfall in the region, dropping 60 meters. It is located in the central Rodopi Mountains and is accessible via a marked hiking trail through beech forests.

Τοbacco Μuseum

A museum documenting Kavala's history as a major tobacco hub. It houses processing tools, historical photographs, and samples of tobacco varieties from the early 20th century.