Battle of Kleidi Monument
Battle of Kleidi Monument
Dedicated to the memory of the soldiers who fell in the battle of 1014
In Kleidi, Serres, the monument erected in 1962 by a committee of local teachers is an important reference point for the history of the area. The monument is dedicated to the memory of the Greek soldiers who fell at the Battle of Cleidi during the wars of the Byzantine Emperor Basil II against the Bulgarian Tsar Samuel.
The monument was erected with the help of fundraising by local secondary schools, which underlines the collective memory and the value of education in promoting history. The monument commemorates the sacrifice of the fallen and is a symbol of national resistance and the struggle for freedom.
It is located in a quiet location, offering visitors the opportunity to reflect on the historical significance of the battle and the bravery of the warriors. Visiting the monument is a moving experience that combines historical recognition with the natural beauty of the area.
