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Culture of Thassos. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Thasos attracts tourists who like to rest on the sea shore, but it also has to offer a number of landmarks. Museums and antique buildings can be found at every small town on the island. Limenas, the island capital, is an interesting historical place to visit. There are remnants of ancient defensive walls and Acropolis ruins.
The resort has started attracting the attention of foreign tourists not so long ago. Perhaps, the main advantage of this place is in its quiet and calm atmosphere. The number of visitors … 
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It's not an easy task to name the best of Thasos restaurants, but you can always follow recommendations of experienced tourists and gourmets. The La Terrasse restaurant is located at Golden … Open
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Potamia village is located in the mountainous area of Thasos. It is known as the origin of famous artist Polygnotus Vagis. The municipal museum dedicated to Polygnotis was open in 1992, so today everyone can enjoy his priceless artworks. Another place of tourist’s interest is the Cape Aliki; ancient temple ruins are located there. Scientists guess that it was built in 7th century B.C. Large collection of religious items are on display at Archangel Michael's Monastery located near ruins. Another place of tourist interest is Thrologos town. A number of mansions have survived there to these days. 
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Unique spots in Thassos and near
Dionysiou monastery
From the series “The Most Remote Monasteries and Temples in the World”
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Distance from Thassos center - 65.5 km.
Monasteries of Mount Athos are prominent landmarks of world importance. One of the most famous is Dionysiou monastery. It was founded in the 14th century on top of a steep and incredibly narrow cliff of about 80 meters height. The founder of the monastery was Dionysius the Reverent, who had started to collect funds for the construction of the monastery and has received support from the Emperor Alexius III Comnenus. …
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Thassos
Landmarks of culture on Thassos map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Thassos. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Thassos: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Thassos. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
