Thessaloniki, Greece | Tracing History Through Ancient Streets

💗Transitioning from 15°C Nordic weather to the 35°C Aegean breeze, I immersed myself in Thessaloniki’s rich historical and cultural tapestry. 💗Once Greece’s largest city and a vital transport hub, it preserves an extraordinary wealth of ancient ruins. Every corner feels like an open-air museum, where architectural treasures span millennia. Recommended Leisurely Walking Route👇 🕙 Day 1 🌴 Church of St. Sophia: Gaze up at its 9th-century golden mosaic dome. Church of Panteleimon: Admire exquisite 14th-century frescoes. 🌴 White Tower: Climb to the top for panoramic city and Aegean views. 🍁 Aegean Sunset Stroll: Enjoy the view with a bougatsa (local custard pie) in hand. 🕙 Day 2 🍁 Museum of Byzantine Culture: Unmissable early Christian artifacts. Archaeological Museum: Marvel at Macedonian golden jewelry masterpieces.🔅 Hagios Demetrios Basilica: Explore 5th-century Roman bath ruins beneath the crypt. #GreeceTravel #ByzantineArt #AegeanSunset #HistoricWalks