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Colors of Thessaloniki - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Thessaloniki holds annually various holidays and festivals. Original country holidays will be of great pleasure for eager dancing fans, gastronomy tourism enthusiasts and modern cinema art admirers. In the middle of December the resort is visited by latina dancing fans as the Salsa Cubana festival falls exactly within this period. The Afro Cuban Dancing festival is an all-comers’ dancing competition in which all the festival participants can take part.
Discovering the architecture of Thessaloniki from bird's eye view! Hagia Sophia, Arch of Galerius, Heptapyrgion, OTE Tower, all those monuments are defining the image of Thessaloniki … 
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White Tower, Rotunda of Galerius, Zeitenlik, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Thessaloniki … Open
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The guests of the festival can not only enjoy dainty festive treats by famous cooks but directly take part in the process of cooking of these marvelous culinary masterpieces. The youngest visitors of the Festival will also discover lots of exciting events. They will also have a chance to perform their cooking skills.
This Greek resort is famous not only by its magnificent beaches, but also by rich historical heritage. The history of the city enumerates more than 23 centuries, and every era has added some … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Thessaloniki and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Thessaloniki
♥ Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Thessaloniki, 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Thessaloniki
♥ Castle 'Walls of Thessaloniki' Thessaloniki, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Heptapyrgion' Thessaloniki, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'White Tower of Thessaloniki' Thessaloniki, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fokea Tower' Fokea, 68.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Platamon Castle' Platamon, 76.5 km from the center. On the map
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National traditions of Greece
The Greeks are very temperamental and emotional people. During a conversation, they often communicate in a high tone and actively gesture and touch each other. Ordinary gestures can take on new meanings. For example, a spread palm, if sharply directed towards a person, can be regarded as a gross insult. At a meeting, friends kiss each other on both cheeks irrespective of sex or age. Handshakes are usually used only when meeting. A nod, which is the traditional consent sign, means denial in Greece. To emphasize their disagreement the Greeks quickly nod from the bottom up and usually click their tongue.
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Colors of Thessaloniki in photos
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Thessaloniki. Learn the best periods to visit Thessaloniki to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Thessaloniki.
