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Gardens of the Pasha

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It was constructed in 1904 by an unknown architect, occupying an area of one acre and providing a unique example of fantastic architecture. At their center, the dominant element is […]

Tourbes (Mausoleum) – Musa Baba

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This octagonal building, dated in mid 16th century, is the only entirely preserved Ottoman Mausoleum (tourbes) in Thessaloniki. It was the burial place of Musa Baba, a holy baba of […]

Yahudi Hamam

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It was called Jewish (Yahudi) Hamam due to its location within the Jewish district. It was constructed with firebricks and stones, imitating the Byzantine architecture and had two separate sections, […]

Port Passenger Terminal of Thessaloniki

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This imposing building was constructed in 1910 and bears influential signs of the French public architectural style of early 20th century. It’s the first building in Thessaloniki constructed with a […]

Alaca Imaret

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The building was operating as a poorhouse, as well as a school for Muslim clergy and place of public worship. It was built by Ishak Pasha, Grand Vizier under the […]

Sintrivani

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One of the most characteristic spots of Thessaloniki is the Sintrivani fountain, located in the square bearing the same name. It was a gift by Sultan Abdul Hamit to Thessalonians […]

Yeni Hamam (Aegle)

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This beautiful building was erected towards the end of the 16th century by Husrev Kedhuda, manager of glebe properties of Thessaloniki, functioning as a double bath with separate sections, for […]

Bezesteni (Textile Market)

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The essence of the East passes through the multicolor market of Bezesteni, one of the most characteristic structures of Ottoman period, and simultaneously one of the few markets worldwide, maintaining […]