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Pella

Town · Central Macedonia, 🇬🇷 Greece
Population 61,182
Area 690 km²
Time zone Europe/Athens
Official website www.giannitsa.gr
Pella

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Pella Essentials

Pella served as the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Macedon from the late 5th century BC. This selection highlights the archaeological core of the city, including the expansive royal palace where Alexander the Great was born and the central museum housing world-renowned pebble mosaics. Beyond the Hellenistic ruins, the list includes monumental Macedonian tombs, the city's necropolis, and Ottoman-era heritage sites like the tomb of Ahmed Bey Evrenosoglu, reflecting the region's multi-layered history.

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Ancient Macedon Heritage

Explore the archaeological remains of Pella, the administrative and cultural heart of the Kingdom of Macedon. This collection highlights the sprawling palace complex where Alexander the Great was born, the intricate pebble mosaics of the urban center, and the surrounding necropolises. The list includes several monumental Macedonian tombs, characterized by their subterranean vaulted chambers and decorative facades, reflecting the funerary traditions and wealth of the Macedonian elite during the 4th and 3rd centuries BC.

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Outdoor Recreation

This collection highlights the diverse landscapes of the Giannitsa region and Mount Paiko in Pella. The list spans from urban green spaces like Parko Agias Paraskeues and the repurposed Parko Sphageion to the high-altitude peaks of the Paiko mountain range. It includes the Loudias River rowing center and several summits exceeding 1,500 meters, such as Gkola Tsouka and Meterizi, which offer expansive views across the Central Macedonia plains.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April, May, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 10° (feels like 6°) · extremes -6°–17°
  • 1° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Fair
  • 12° (feels like 9°) · extremes -4°–19°
  • 2° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Good
  • 16° (feels like 13°) · extremes -1°–23°
  • 5° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 21° (feels like 19°) · extremes 3°–28°
  • 9° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 27° (feels like 26°) · extremes 10°–33°
  • 14° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 32° (feels like 33°) · extremes 14°–40°
  • 19° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 19 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 9 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 36° · extremes 18°–42°
  • 22° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 24 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 20 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 36° · extremes 18°–41°
  • 22° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 23 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high
Up to 19 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 30° (feels like 29°) · extremes 12°–36°
  • 17° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 23° (feels like 22°) · extremes 5°–30°
  • 12° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 0°–24°
  • 7° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -3°–17°
  • 3° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Greek
Tap water
Drink with caution
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+30
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Tours & Activities

Pella
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Archaeological Museum of Ancient Pella
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Anaktoro Archaias Pellas

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