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Top 10 Ancient Ruins in Central Macedonia, Greece
Central Macedonia (Greek: Κεντρική Μακεδονία, Kentrikí Makedonía) is one of the thirteen administrative regions of Greece, consisting of the central part of the geographical and historical region of Macedonia. With a population of almost 1.9 million, it is the second most populous in Greece after Attica.
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1. The Macedonian Tombs of Lefkadia
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Am_et_Mat - Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
But yes, it's true!! Follow the signs and you'll be welcomed by a guide. He will open the doors and ... the magic will happen. The tombs are huge and their access is stricly forbidden alone. You cannot get inside, you can only see the facade of the tombs with its ornements. FANTASTIC!!
2. Aigai
3. Ancient Theater Mieza
4. Dion Archaeological Park
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4.5 based on 408 reviews
Reviewed By 716melvink - Derby, United Kingdom
We spent more than two hours in Dion and loved it. The City area shows the sheer scale of the town and the large Cardo was reminiscent of streets in Pompeii. The only disappointment was the theatre with its ramshackle wooden seating. It was mind blowing to stand in the field where Alexander the Great pitched his massive tent and share the same view of Olympus that he had. An absolute must see.
5. Rotunda
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4.5 based on 872 reviews
Reviewed By athy_a
Impressive building with beautiful mosaics. Worth a visit if interested in ancient historical buildings, next to the Arch of Galerius and further down the Galerian Palace complex.
6. Ancient Stagira
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By djomlas - Chicago, United States
Greek archaeologists at Ancient Stagira, Central Macedonia, say they have found Aristotle’s tomb. Addressing the Aristotle 2400 Years World Congress, they point to the 2,400-year-old tomb as the most important finding from the 20-year excavation. The discovery of the tomb of Aristotle was announced by archaeologist Kostas Sismanidis, according to whom the findings from the 1996 excavation lead to the conclusion that the tomb belongs to Aristotle. Aristotle was born in Stagira in 384 BC and died in Chalcis, Evia, at 322 BC. The great philosopher was originally believed to have been buried at Chalcis, however, archaeologists are now certain that the tomb they have found belongs to Aristotle. Two literary sources indicate that the people of Stagira may have transferred his ashes to his birthplace
7. Eptapyrgio Castle
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4.5 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By stefanosb114 - Thessaloniki, Greece
This fortress together with the Byzantine walls show the importance of Thessaloniki ,which was second most important city ( after Constantinople) in the Byzantine Empire.The view from Eptapyrgio is wonderful, a must visit place.
8. Old Potidea
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By desimgm - Sofia, Bulgaria
It's a very interesting place! Actually, I reviewed here Nea Potidea, because this village is a lovely place for a vacation. The see is clear, the sand is perfect and everything is so good! I was there in August 2016.
9. The Greek Agora and Roman Forum
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4.0 based on 401 reviews
Reviewed By Keppel - Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
On first view we thought the site was just what you see above ground-the excavated Roman Argora .Well worth a visit.But to our amazement there is a vast museum underground about the history of the area-& we had it all to ourselves-& it was airconditioned!
10. Archaeological Site at Pella
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4.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By 190nancyv
Pay a visit to the museum first, to get to know more about the history of Pella as capital of the ancient Macedonian Kingdom, about Philip the II and Alexander the Great and then wander at the archaeological site where you can admire the beautiful mosaics and the energy of the ancient city. It 's only 40 km away from Thessaloniki, it would be a shame to miss such an opportunity. The site is especially lovely in Spring.
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