Tag: TRIKALA

October 28, 1940. From the break of dawn, following the historic rejection and the “no” decision by Ioannis Metaxas, Greece found itself at war with Italy. A war that went down in history as an Epic. A war, in which the country counted dead and the first of them was Vasilios Tsiavaliaris, who... It thus earned a place in history. "Before dawn appeared at 5 a.m. on October 28, 1940, the enemy's cannons began thundering and spreading fire and iron. The 21st outpost of the Greek-Albanian border, on the Golio ...

Meteora is both a natural wonder and a spiritual fortress with monasteries in Greece. Visitors often compare it to the Grand Canyon for its stunning rock formations. It is the second most sacred place for Orthodox monks after Mount Athos. UNESCO has recognized Meteora as a World Heritage Site since 1989 for its unique beauty and cultural significance. Trikala: One of the oldest cities in Europe Meteora: Awe-inspiring images Meteora’s distinctive character comes from the breathtaking monasteries that seem to defy gravity on the top of the towering dark rocks. ...

If there is a city that has seen rapid tourist growth in recent years in Greece, then Trikala can easily be this city. The river that runs through the city, the charming old town and the many attractions make it a winter-summer destination. In fact, Trikala is on the list of the 10 oldest cities in Europe that is continuously inhabited. Trikala and its history The ancient city of Trikka was founded 5,000 years ago, close to 3,000 BC and took its name from the nymph Trikki, daughter of Pinyos ...

This year's Elf Mill will start in November 29 and run until January 6 Mill of the Elves. On December 9 of 2011, Santa Claus transformed The Matsopoulos Mill in Trikala. Thus, the largest Christmas theme park in Greece was born. Legend has it that the old chimneys started operating again. They've been operating non-stop ever since. This year's Elf Mill will start from November 29 of 2019, and run until January 6, 2020. Trikala will wear for the ninth year in a row their holiday costumes to welcome young ...