Thessaloniki, 5 days - from Paphos
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Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki, 5 days - from Paphos

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Created: Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Ref ID: 2997042
price per person From
625 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Wednesday, December 28, 2022

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About the destination

Thessaloniki, one of the oldest big cities in Europe and the second largest city in Greece. It stretches over twelve kilometres in a bowl formed by low hills facing a bay that opens into Thermaikos Gulf. It is a thriving city and one of the most important trade and communications centres in the Mediterranean. The great fire of 1917 destroyed a large part of the city's historic centre, and further damaged was caused by a large earthquake in 1968. Nevertheless, there are countless examples of the city's rich history and many cultures, albeit hidden among the post-1917 development. This patchwork of building has produced an incredible blend of styles that are very unique to Thessaloniki. Roman monuments abut modern university campuses, modernist buildings face mediaeval churches and Ottoman structures will soon cap the tunnels of Thessaloniki's newest addition, the subway. The city authorities have done much to preserve the condition of the cultural heritage and one can only imagine that more will be done to ensure that it is not only a permanent part of the city's landscape but also that it is well explained and accessible to locals and visitors alike. Thessaloniki's greatness, however, is not just in its standing structure. This city is truly alive and not just in the sense of massive traffic or lots of construction. The people here like to express themselves out in the open and it is hard to spend time here without seeing some of the authentic and indigenous culture of the city. Plateia Aristotelou has some open air concerts during the summer, but there are also spontaneous gatherings that give visitors insight into the lives of ordinary Salonicans. Students spend time in front of the Rotunda strumming their guitars at night and the Roman Agora is sometimes the site of plays or shows organized by various groups in the city. Every two years this cultural flourishing takes the form of the biennale of contemporary art, the highlight of the city's artistic community's calendar. Byzantine churches, Roman constructions, Muslim buildings, modern architecture, intensive nightlife and stunning beaches are the essence of Thessaloniki. Being the second largest city in Greece, Thessaloniki combines more than 2,300 years of history with every facility and excitement that a modern European city can offer a visitor.
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30 Dec
Transport from Paphos to Thessaloniki
Departure
Ryanair
Ryanair Ryanair - FR5110
3:10 PM - Paphos, Pafos Intl (PFO)
5:05 PM - Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" (SKG)
Nonstop Fare: Value
Transport:  FR5110
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: Value
30 Dec
Accomodation
3 Nights
RentRooms Thessaloniki 8.5 Very good
Thessaloniki - At 1.1 km from the centerROOM ONLYKonstantinou Melenikou 9, Thessaloniki 54635 Shared dormitory, women only - 3 twin bunk beds
A stay at RentRooms Thessaloniki places you in the heart of Thessaloniki, within a 5-minute walk of Arch of Galerius and Tomb of Galerius. This family-friendly hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Church of Hagia Sophia and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Church of Panagia Chalkeon.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. This hotel also features a living plant wall, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and 30-inch flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
02 Jan
Transport from Thessaloniki to Paphos
Return
Ryanair
Ryanair Ryanair - FR5111
6:40 PM - Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki Airport "Makedonia" (SKG)
8:30 PM - Paphos, Pafos Intl (PFO)
Nonstop Fare: Value
Transport:  FR5111
Cabin Class: Economy
Fare Name: Value
price per person From
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