This tower, among the very few to remain in use from the middle ages to this day, has been in service for about 8 centuries. Its characteristics suggest that it was built by the Byzantine empire sometime in the late 13th or (most likely) in the early 14th century, perhaps to serve as a buffer to invaders seeking to plunder the flourishing monastic communities to its south. Fortunately, it has been kept in use ever since and has thus survived to this day with adjustments and modifications that have not altered its fundamental frame. One can walk or drive right to its door. Entrance is possible, as it serves as a minor museum.

Very interesting tour - even if you are not so interested in Orthodox and monasteries. You can buy tickets online too, very convenient. There is a cafe inside, where you can get a table on a small terrace ( if you are faster than the rest:)) and enjoy the trip. If you go out from the cafe on the bow of the ship it is beautiful but you can not hear the explanations. Take some cookies with you if you are with kids and try to feed the birds when near the shore - it is a big fun

(Translated by Google) We had a fantastic experience with the private sailing tour of KAPPA resort. Our skipper Elias was a modest but very friendly guy, who let our grandsons take the helm for a while and gave them an experience for a lifetime. Great day with catered lunch and drinks. Very flexible in the execution of the tour, in terms of time, route and all facilities on board! We were a happy grandparent couple, a golden day. (Original) Wij hebben een fantastische ervaring beleefd met de privé zeiltour van KAPPA resort. Onze skipper Elias was een bescheiden maar bijzonder vriendelijke vent, die onze kleinzoons even aan het roer liet en hen daarmee een ervaring voor het leven gaf. Top dag met verzorgde lunch en drinks. Heel flexibel in de uitvoering van de tour, qua tijd, route en alle faciliteiten aan boord! Wij waren een een gelukkig grootouder paar, een gouden dag.

Big free zone with a beautiful crystal clear water, new white sand brought and dispersed, very rarely any waves at all. Awesome place to visit, even coming on from town.

(Translated by Google) I stayed 5 nights. The accommodation is simply incredible. Excellent hospitality, the host very helpful. The rooms are really something else and are fully equipped. In terms of hygiene, I was impressed by how clean everything is. I highly recommend it!!!!!! (Original) Έμεινα 5 βράδια. Το κατάλυμα είναι απλά απίστευτο. Άριστη φιλοξενία, ο οικοδεσπότης πάρα πολύ εξυπηρετικός. Τα δωμάτια πραγματικά το κάτι άλλο και είναι πλήρης εξοπλισμένο. Σε θέμα υγιεινής μου έκανε εντύπωση το πόσο καθαρά είναι όλα. Το προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα !!!!!!

You often see advertisements for exotic destinations where just looking at the pictures makes you want to go there, relax, and start dreaming... Quite by accident, I stumbled upon one of these places, and it's not that far away by car from Bulgaria. It's called Sithonia, a peninsula in Chalkidiki, Greece. This place is magical! The village, which looks more like a villa area for the wealthy in Saint-Tropez, is called Vourvourou and is located on the eastern coast of the peninsula. The locals are relaxed and friendly, and wherever you turn, you are treated to beautiful views, and the bars and restaurants are more than good! The place is quiet and peaceful, yet lively enough to keep you entertained. But the jewel in the crown of this place is one of the many beaches in the area - Karydi Beach. An almost wild combination of forest, beach, and lagoon, with crystal clear blue waters where small and large fish swim, surrounded by rocks that look like they were sculpted by an artist, beaches of fine white sand, exotic trees, and lots of peace and positive energy. At the right end of the rainbow, there are miniature beaches covered with fine sand and access to the lagoon. There, you cannot determine what century you have entered, nor in which part of the Mediterranean, because it resembles Sardinia, Malta, Spain, and other exotic destinations. The place is so beautiful that it cannot be recreated with photos and videos—you have to experience it!

Clean water, very good place for snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding. Recomended!

We had a great time here! We took the public pool and sunlounger option for €17 each and had a lovely dip in both pools, then a relax on the loungers right on the cliff edge. The facility is pristine and architecturally very striking, like a sanatorium. Very enjoyable few hours.

The best beach for families with kids around Nikiti imo. The sand is soft, the water is nice. Bad grade for the tourists around that think that the sand is their garbage bin and for the smokers that put their cigarettes in the sand

A very beautiful beach with blue waters, very clean and quiet even with a lot of people around you. Warm request: take the trash with you when you leave...respect the beautiful gifts of nature!!! PS: Take the exit on the right of "Akti Kastri" one step before the hotel's entrance...take with you umbrellas, food, coffee, and water.

Quiet and nice...in second half of September. Very calm sea. Sandy beach with good and long not deep entrance in the water.

You do need to visit this place! You can visit for free and there is a toilet at the car park uphill (Maybe car par 1) . Also, they have a car park downhill (2) near the beach but no toilet! Amazing historical and panorama view!

A visit to the birth place of one of the leading minds that lived Aristotle A real life showcase and interaction with experiments from discoveries made by Aristotle on science that had a major impact to our daily life today. From optical illusion that led to the development of TV and cinema, compass, formation of tornado I need not exhaust all not to kill the surprise element A great place for those willing to visit the birth place of the great philosopher and Scientist and student of Socrates and mentor to Alexander the Great to experience first hand his discoveries

Crystal clear water at the end of May. This is the best beach on the first finger of Halkidiki. Beautiful and large. I prefer the side on the left because there aren't any stones etc. Its just sand and crystal clear water 😍

We had an absolutely incredible day sailing with Sven! From the moment we stepped on board, he made us feel welcome with his warm personality and great sense of humor. Sven took care of everything and ensured everyone in the group had a fantastic time. The spots he took us to were breathtaking — perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and stand-up paddling. He even provided drinks and delicious food throughout the trip, keeping us well-fed and refreshed. It was the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. If you're looking for an unforgettable sailing experience, Sven is your guy! Highly recommended!

This place is excellent;you have few sunbeds for visitors only(60eur/whole day),they have snacks,drinks as usual...but the service is impecable...you really feel special and welcomed...with sunbeds you also get their towels..and remarkable was that they did not charge us sunbeds as we came late in the afternoon which was such a respect to towards us . Recommend to all to visit the place,enjoy in one of the best beaches and big thank's for the shown hospitality.

A must visit site for everyone! Olynthos is one of the biggest cities of ancient Greece with its history starting even from the neolithic period. And it was truly magnificent checking the ruins and the interactive exhibition was so well made! If you visit during summer time it's better to go earlier as after 10:00 the sun is scorching but thankfully there are plenty of rest areas with benches under a shade. We were also lucky as it was a bit windy, making the heat more tolerable. There is a carpark at the bottom of the hill with plenty of trees for shade. You go through the entrance and pay your ticket (cards acceptable!) and then you can download a mini pdf using the QR code by the cashier. There are also 2 more apps you can download that will help you touring the place but also come with plenty of info for other archaeological sites around Chalkidiki! Walk about 100m up and there is a small building on your left with some ancients around and plenty of trees. Toilets are located here along with a chilled drinking fountain. This is where the interactive exhibition takes place and the whole room is air conditioned. There are 2 touchscreens with interactive maps about the various locations and parts of the site and interactive 3D models of buildings, mosaics and artifacts they found. 2 more touchscreens with a list of various artifacts 3D modelled also interactive. Bit further in the room there are benches to sit down and enjoy a 20 minute animated presentation about the history, the various chronological periods, the artifacts they found, and other information about the site. There are multiple screens and projectors used and make the whole show really interesting. The various animations presented were really well made and there were both Greek and English subtitles. Most of the audio is in Greek except one video that was specifically in English. Then it is a walk up the hill for about 700m, with 3 shaded rest stops along the way and plenty of trees and greenery. Might be a it difficult for the elderly to go up as the road is just soil and rocks (but they plan to make a cemented pathway in the near future). At the top there is maginificent view not only from the ruins but also you can see all the way to the village and neighbouring hills. You can walk around the ancients freely with no barriers blocking you and there are some signs with more info and pictures about some specific buildings. QR codes are also located on those signs to scan and use with the apps providing extra info and audio tours. Look for the mosaics around the site, they are trully beautiful and so detailed! Really hope they get to advertise the place more, it was our first time visiting and enjoyed every minute of it. It's really a shame no new excavations have been made in the past 80+ years, as only 10% of the city is exhibited. There are plenty of new technologies that could be used and so many more things could be found. All the artifacts and the mosaics were magnificent! They have plans to open a coffee shop and make it more accessibility friendly for everyone, but you know how slow things are with the Greek government and funds...

Me and my friend

Considering that one of the main attractions in the Nea Kallikrateia area is the Petralona cave, we decided to go and visit it. It is located 15 km away from Nea Kallikrateia, about 15-20 minutes by car. Direct access by car is restricted for the last 800-900 meters by a barrier, being directed to a parking lot from where you can take a mini train for 3 euros per person round trip. In the parking lot there are a few souvenir shops, magnets, etc. you know the type. The mini train leaves every 10-15 minutes and covers the distance mentioned above, to the cave area. There is also a terrace here where you can wait for the entrance to the cave. It cost us 10 euros per person for adults, so 20 euros and free for children under 18. The entrance to the cave is only with a guide, on a pre-established route that goes up and down about 350 meters through the cave. The guide provides a series of information in English and much more in Greek and ensures that the group respects the predefined route. The cave, discovered in 1959, is spectacular and offers you an example of what the elements of nature can do over thousands of years. The merit of the Greeks is that they highlighted it by arranging a portion of the cave. You can find more details about the cave online. However, the fact that it seems like a well-planned Greek "business" does not detract from the beauty of the cave and its surroundings

We had a blast with the wine tasting. If you book the wine tour, make sure to had the wine tasting after the visit. The place is stunning and the vineyards have some art collections that really bring some elegance to the place. Loved everything.

A wonderfully unforgettable afternoon sailing on the Aegean Sea. A delicious locally grown lunch while watching dolphins playing with Mount Olympus in the background, Our captain was a wonderful host, and the trip was a luxurious highlight of our trip to Greece.

A rich collection of wonderfully presented items depicting the immense archeological wealth and depth of Greece. In addition to their historical significance, many of the exhibits are spectacular on their own. Masterfully shaped and colored pottery, statues of unmatched artistry, weaponry that displays the military prowess of ancient Greece, gold accessories of impossible craftsmanship that adorned its prominent citizens, and so much more. The facility is also wonderful, clean, with broad corridors and occasional seating, and adequate information concerning the items as well as the age they represent. An overall wonderful experience.

Entry fee is €10. Seems steep but this is a fascinating space with history to match. Built for Emperor Galerius but not exactly clear for what purpose. It is a calm space to contemplate what once was. The art and decoration must have been magnificent. There is an interactive display and a couple of videos to watch in a small annex. Both the videos and display are good and add to the experience of visiting.

The most famous landmark of Thessaloniki with great panoramic views from the top. Inside you’ll find a small but interesting museum about the city’s history. Entry is €8, which is maybe a little bit expensive for the experience and the views

An amazing church that I had the opportunity to see while on pilgrimage in Greece. Dating back to the 7th century, this church has breathtaking murals from the Byzantine period and several holy relics of saints. Overall a great visit.

Historic, beautiful and iconic, both historically and politically. this is a cool space to hang around within the city centre. big open area with a view of the sea, lots of cafes and people just chilling. Definitely one of those spots you’ll end up walking through if you're visiting Thessaloniki.

Our favourite dinner on our trip to Thessaloniki. Every dish was amazing, although the hilopites (pasta) with beef and mushrooms were the highlight. The mixed grill was also amazing. Reasonable prices for the location, and prompt service. We will definitely be back!

The place is very clean and security is very present, the lifeguards are very attentive, especially in the children's part. Food and drinks are affordable. The value for money is there. You will have a great day with your family.