Volos is a city in Thessaly, situated on the shores of the Pagasetic Gulf, near the ancient site of Iolcus and at the foothills of the Centaur Mountains, also known as Mount Pelion. It is one of the largest cities and one of the most important ports in Greece.
As one of the most active ports in the country and a modern urban center with interesting attractions, a high quality of life, and a starting point for various excursions, Volos is an ideal destination not only for spring but for all seasons.
The region of Volos, known in antiquity as Magnesia, is among the earliest settled areas in the Hellenic territory. Settlements discovered in nearby villages such as Sesklo and Dimini date back to the 7th millennium BC. The cultural presence in the area has continued uninterrupted up to the present day.
-The pedestrianized Argonauts Avenue, where you can find the sculpture "Argo" (located at the port), created by sculptor Nikola, which is a symbol of the city, as well as the replica of the modern Argo ship, a significant maritime achievement that stirs the emotions of history enthusiasts.
- The beautiful Papastratos Building (1926) with its unique architecture, which currently houses university services and schools of the University of Thessaly.
- The "Palia" (Old) neighborhood in the western part of Volos, which has been continuously inhabited since 3000 BC and is believed to be associated with ancient Iolcus. Here, you can admire the Roman baths, the ruins of the castle (from the 6th century AD), the Ottoman gunpowder magazine (1600), the Square of Agioi Theodoroi, and the former Tsalapata factory (1925), which now houses the Museum of Brick and Tile Manufacturing.
- The tree-covered Riga Feraiou Square, the largest in the city, featuring the impressive Town Hall and the building of the Municipal Theater with the largest stage in the Balkans.
- The large park of Agios Konstantinos with its eponymous church (designed by architect Aris Zachos, 1936) and the Anavros Park with its outdoor sculpture gallery.
- The Achilleion cinema-theater (1925) designed by architect K. Argyris.
- The forested hill of Goritsa with the church of Panagia (1892) at its summit, offering a panoramic view of the city, and the Panagia tis Trypas, built in a cave, next to the sea.
The city of Volos is located in Thessaly, built on the shores of the Pagasetic Gulf, near the site of ancient Iolcus and at the foothills of Mount Pelion. It is one of the largest cities and one of the most important ports in Greece.
One of its most active ports in the country, as well as a modern urban center with interesting sights, quality of life, and a starting point for other excursions, Volos is an ideal springtime - and more - destination.
The region of Volos, ancient Magnesia, is among the first areas inhabited in the Greek territory. Settlements discovered in nearby villages such as Sesklo and Dimini date back to the 7th millennium BCE, and the cultural presence in the area continues uninterrupted to this day."
The "tsipouradika" (tsipouro taverns) are a tradition that began after 1922 with the refugees from Asia Minor, who used to gather in small cafes by the harbor, drinking tsipouro accompanied by mainly seafood appetizers.
This midday meeting was then a kind of "ritual" that very soon became a daily habit for the working people of Volos, and in the decades that followed, the tsipouradika of Volos established themselves as a meeting and communication place for all ages, and, of course, not only during lunchtime.
The... secret of their success lies in genuine tsipouro, well-cooked and varied mezedes (appetizers) that accompany each glass of tsipouro, such as crab salad, eggplant salad, and shrimp salad, mussels, shrimp saganaki, grilled feta with tomato, stuffed calamari, fried potatoes, and many more.
A few kilometers west of the city, you'll find the archaeological sites of Sesklo (dating back to 6000 BC and the oldest in Europe) and Dimini, the most famous prehistoric settlement in Greece and the most important of the later Neolithic period.
To the north and east, the imposing mountain range of Mount Pelion, the mythical mountain of legends and centaurs, unfolds. It's one of the most beautiful and charming regions in Greece. On the mountain, there are dozens of well-known traditional villages, most of them built in the 15th-16th centuries, and near the village of Chania, there's a modern ski resort. An unforgettable experience is the journey of the legendary "moutzouris," the steamless train of Pelion, which has been in operation, with breaks, since 1895, connecting the seaside village of Lehonia with the mountainous village of Milies at an altitude of 400 meters.
The beautiful route offers passengers the opportunity to enjoy the impressive landscape of the mountain, the view of the sea, and the beautiful mountain villages. It's worth noting that in many areas of Pelion, organized programs of alternative tourism are offered, including horseback riding, hiking, eco-tourist routes, and more.
During the summer months, dozens of enchanting beaches will captivate you - many of which have been awarded Blue Flags - along the Pagasetic Gulf and towards the Aegean Sea. Ferries can take you to the islands of Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos for a day trip.
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