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d_kakavouli

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I have been to Athens plenty of times but never Thessaloniki. I am trying to nail down an itinerary for the next time I am in Greece. I have never been to Thessaloniki! What is a good list of things to see and do while I am here? I started my research:

** Ladadika District - Because it seems kinda neat....
** Archaeological Museum - I love this kind of thing!
** White Tower - seems like an iconic landmark?
 
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d_kakavouli said:
I have been to Athens plenty of times but never Thessaloniki. I am trying to nail down an itinerary for the next time I am in Greece. I have never been to Thessaloniki! What is a good list of things to see and do while I am here? I started my research:

** Ladadika District - Because it seems kinda neat....
** Archaeological Museum - I love this kind of thing!
** White Tower - seems like an iconic landmark?
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Check out also these landmarks/museums:
Museum of Byzantine Culture
Basilica of St. Demetrius
Church of Agios Nikolaos Orphanos (you will love the frescoes!)
Church of St. Athanasius (87 Egnatias str.)
Rotonda
Church of Hosios David
Church of the Holy Apostles
Vlatadon Monastery
Roman Agora/Forum with the attached museum

If you want further information, I am at your disposal!
 
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Athanasios Koukopoulos said:
Check out also these landmarks/museums:
Museum of Byzantine Culture
Basilica of St. Demetrius
Church of Agios Nikolaos Orphanos (you will love the frescoes!)
Church of St. Athanasius (87 Egnatias str.)
Rotonda
Church of Hosios David
Church of the Holy Apostles
Vlatadon Monastery
Roman Agora/Forum with the attached museum

If you want further information, I am at your disposal!
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This is a fantastic list. There are so many great churches and museums in Thessaloniki. It's totally worth visiting each of these churches because they are all so unique.
 
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Hmmm let's see - I agree that you should see the White Tower. It's pretty iconic and a recognizable feature of the city. I have also heard that the churches are a must-see. Each is so unique and beautiful! I would also take the time to wander through the neighborhoods - they all have their own, unique character.
 
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