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Modern Architecture

The face of Thessaloniki changed in the late 19th and early 20th century. Many beautiful and imposing buildings rebuilt. The new constructions follow a neoclassic architectural mixture with eclectic elements and Ottoman baroque influences in decoration. The new jewels of the city are luxury private residences and country mansions, hospitals, hotels, orphanages, schools, etc., giving Thessaloniki a new European style. Today most of these constructions use have changed, housing museums, public and municipal organizations. However, still constitute an integral part of Thessaloniki's history, witnesses of the architecture evolution while by their new 'status' taking part again in the city's day to day life. Thessaloniki's thematic routes continued through time, with the newest monuments telling their own stories. Listen to them!

Château mon bonheur (the Tower of Eftichia)

A very particular building not only for its architecture but also for its history is the Château mon bonheur. It was built in 1890 to plans by Frederic Charnot and…
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Villa Chatzilazarou / Siaga

The two-storey neoclassical building built in 1890 by architect Paionidis on behalf of Chatzilazarou family. It was Constantine's house, the successor to the Greek Royal throne and leader of the…
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Orthodox Cemetery (Evangelistria)

Around 1875 - 1880 the establishment and operation of Cemeteries is granted to the Charity Society of Thessaloniki's men, which after strenuous efforts, creates the Cemeteries of Evaggelistria, erecting at…
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New Jewish Cemetery

The old Jewish cemetery was located on the current Campus of Thessaloniki, however was destroyed by the Germans during the German occupation. Few graves were saved and transferred to the…
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Armenian Cemetery, Protestant Cemetery

Created in the late 19th century, in the area above the Evaggelistria, opposite to the hospital of Agios Dimitrios.  
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