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| Trikala | ||
| region | Thessaly (Greek region) | |
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| Residents | 61.653 (2011) | |
| height | 115 m | |
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Trikala is a city in Thessaly.
Trikala (approx. 80,000 inhabitants) is a city in Thessaly with a good café and nightlife scene. It is an agricultural town that is well suited as a location to visit the Meteora monasteries 15 km to the north or the Pindos Mountains to the west. It is located on the Litheos River, which flows through the city center.
getting there
By plane
By train
By bus
In the street
By boat
mobility
Most of Trikala's attractions are within walking distance, which is easy as the city is flat. You can also borrow a bike for free from the tourist information office. There are also inner-city buses, but their routes and stops are not properly marked.
Tourist Attractions
Map of Trikala
- 1 Koursoun mosque. This Turkish mosque dates from the 16th century. It was built by Sinan Pasha, who also designed the Blue Mosque in Istanbul.
- 2 Castle. The Trikala fortress is located in the north of the city on a strategically favorable hillside location. Due to the importance of the fortress, Emperor Justinian ordered a complete renovation in the 6th century AD. The use of stone blocks confirms that it was built on the site of an ancient citadel (acropolis) that was surrounded by walls in the classical period. During the years of the Ottoman occupation, the castle was renovated several times. This Byzantine fortress has a clock tower that offers excellent views of the city, as well as a small photo exhibition showing the history of Trikala.
- 3 Chapel of the Prophet Elias
- 4 Matsopoulou Mill (Μύλος Ματσόπουλου). The old mill and pasta factory became an industrial museum and park.
- 5 Old town. Located west of the city center at the foot of the fortress. A quiet area with winding streets and old houses.
activities
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kitchen
nightlife
accommodation
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Practical advice
trips
- 6 Palaiokarya’s stone bridge. very photogenic old stone bridge in beautiful surroundings.
- 7 Fanari Castle.youtube url used
Fanari Castle is located 16 kilometers south of Trikala on a hill that can be seen from afar. It is one of the best preserved authentic medieval castles in Greece in a rather unexpected location.
