| Edessa Έδεσσα | ||
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| State | Greece | |
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| Altitude | 320 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 611 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 29.658 (2001) | |
| Prefix tel | 30 23810 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 58200 | |
| Time zone | UTC 2 | |
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Edessa is a city of Central Macedonia. This "city of water" is practically ignored by international tourism although it is an important tourist destination for the Greeks, especially from Thessaloniki, due to its waterfalls, its slightly cooler climate and the panoramic view of the plain below.
To know
Geographical notes
The city is located on a plateau and is separated from the plain below by vertical rock walls.
Background
It was part of the Ottoman kingdom until 1912. From that period there is only one abandoned mosque out of the 6 existing ones.
How to orient yourself
Edessa (Greece): full screen map.Between the modern center and the waterfalls is the ancient Varosi district, where most of the hotels and the stadium are located.
How to get
How to get around
What see
The highest waterfall in Edessa
The excavations of the lower city seen from the acropolis
- 1 Waterfall. It is the main attraction of Edessa. It is located in the city at the edge of the precipice on the plain below. The waterfall has the feature that you can pass behind it. Above the waterfall there is a restaurant, alongside the tourist information and on the other side souvenir shops and parking for cars and buses.
- 2 Cave (You can get there by going down the stairs that lead behind the waterfall.).
0,50€. Inside the rock just behind the waterfall is a very short cave full of stalagminites and stalactites. - 3 "Geni Tzami" Mosque. Its name means "new mosque". Built in 1904, it has been abandoned for years and practically ignored by locals and tourists.
- 4 Archaeological site (Located in the plain below, on a secondary road.).
0,50€. Inside the rock just behind the waterfall is a very short cave full of stalagminites and stalactites.Events and parties
What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Where stay
Moderate prices
- 1 Elena Hotel, D. Rizou 4 (Plateia Timenidon, Πλατεια Τημενιδων), ☎ 30 23810 23218. Room with 4 beds: 45 €. Simple but dignified, it is not used for family ceremonies and consequently is also available during those times. The managers do not speak English but are extremely helpful. Breakfast is possible. There is a small hotel car park in the back yard. Wifi.
Average prices
- 2 [link not working]Varosi 4 seasons Hotel, A. Meletiou 48 (Varosi), ☎ 302381051440, @[email protected]. Check in: 13:00, check-out: 12:00. New hotel, built in the local architectural style of the early 20th century, with stone and wood. Located in the old village of Edessa, a few steps from an impressive waterfall, overlooking the plain of Pella. Used for ceremonies such as weddings.
- 3 [link not working]Varosi Guesthouse, A. Meletiou 45-47. Check in: 13:00, check-out: 12:00. Old family house converted into a warm and welcoming guest house offering the original atmosphere typical of Greek hospitality. A few steps from the waterfall. Used for ceremonies such as weddings.
- 4 Hotel Alfa, Egnatias 28, ☎ 30 23810 22221, fax: 30 23810 24777, @[email protected]. Located downtown, less close to the waterfall than other hotels. Used for ceremonies such as weddings.
- 5 Χαγιάτι (Hagiati), Makedonomahon 40, ☎ 30 23810 51501, fax: 30 23810 51502, @[email protected]. In an old renovated house in the old village of Varosi a few steps from the waterfall. Used for ceremonies such as weddings.
Safety
How to keep in touch
Around
Towards Thessaloniki it can be visited Pella.
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