Veria

The capital of Imathia, situated at the foothills of Mount Vermio and crossed by the Tripotamos River, boasts a unique urban fabric, due to its location and the preservation of traditional architecture in many parts of the city. It is home to over 40,000 permanent residents. Verdant, with open spaces, and pedestrian-friendly, Veria welcomes visitors, offering a plethora of remarkable landmarks and experiences, whether as a stop on a Sunday tour or as a base for longer trips.

The city center is full of shops where visitors can find local products, various beverages of the region (wine, tsipouro), sweets, dairy products, and local specialties. Taking a stroll through the streets is a must, amid the houses - small monuments of Macedonian architecture and newer constructions that blend the old with the new, squares, and especially the historic Clock Square and Elias Square with their magnificent views of the plain of Imathia, as well as the traditional neighborhoods such as Barbuta and Kyriotissa, mansions from past centuries, and cobblestone streets.

Veria has been on a historical journey of thousands of years, from the Hellenistic and Roman era to the present day, preserving elements from every culture that visited it. Adorned with Christian temples and hosting the Steps of Apostle Paul, with Ottoman and Jewish landmarks, but always looking to the future, it is in constant motion and full of energy in its nightlife. It's not a city you can fully enjoy in a single day, but it can offer you everything if you have the time and the will to do so.

By road, it is approximately a 50-minute drive from the center of Thessaloniki and one hour from the airport.