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Thessaloniki or Salonica is the second-largest city of Greece and is the principal, the largest city, and the capital of the province of Macedonia, the nation's largest region.

Thessaloniki  is Greece's second major economic, industrial, commercial and political centre, and a major transportation hub for the rest of southeastern Europe; its commercial port is also of great importance for Greece and its southeast European hinterland.

The city possesses a unique character and beauty due to its distinctive and important history, a mosaic of peoples, cultures, architecture and life style.  Compared to Athens the city of Thessaloniki has a different feel: more Balkan-European and modern, more diverse and mysterious with a relaxed yet lively atmosphere.

With a unique multi-cultural background Thessaloniki is the place where 3 religions met, where Greeks, Jews and Ottoman Turks lived in harmony for many centuries.

The city is bustling with life and movement. Large avenues, parks and squares provide nice green spaces, and trees line the commercial streets. There are old houses and neoclassical buildings that stand side by side with modern constructions.

The people of Thessaloniki are known for their friendliness and hospitality throughout Greece. The city is also known for its great cuisine. No one can resist to the tasteful sweets, the delicious pies and no one can ignore the numerous taverns that offer special Greek dishes.

No one can resist a town like Thessaloniki and with El Greco Hotel Thessaloniki guide you will find out what to do and visit in the beautiful Thessaloniki.

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