Top Things to do in Kavala Region
Top Restaurants in Kavala Region
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Kavala Region, East Macedonia and Thrace
Discover the best top things to do in Kavala Region, Greece including Ancient Theatre of Phillip, Panagia Faneromeni, Monastery of Metamorfosis Sotiros Nikiton, Saint Lydia's Baptistery, St. Paul Catholic Church, Filippi Archaeological Site, The Castle of Kavala, The Aquaduct, Panagia, Monument Apostle Paul - Church St. Nicholas.
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1. Ancient Theatre of Phillip
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By trelawney2017 - Guildford, United Kingdom
The ancient site of Philippi is important for several reasons: it was a city that King Philip II of Macedonia (father of Alexander the Great) built in the C4 BC, and gave it his own name. The gold and silver mined there paid for Alexander the Great's travels and conquests. It was here that the Roman legions fought each other leading to the end of the Roman republic and giving birth to the Roman Empire. For Christians it is a very important site as St Paul, St Luke, Timothy and Silas first came to Europe and founded their very first church. There is a lot to see but you will need to hire a guide, or read a book or at the very least purchase an archeological map. Otherwise the site will look like a a heap of stones. The museum is open again after several years of closure. I normally give the site the entire day, but I'm very interested in archeology and history. About a mile down the road is Lydia. This site is important for those interested in church history as St Paul babtised Lydia and the very first converts to Christianity in Europe. You can get refreshments normally at Lydia To get to Lydia by public transport get a bus from either Drama (accessible by train and buses from other parts of Greece), or take a bus from Kavala, the port city.
2. Panagia Faneromeni
3. Monastery of Metamorfosis Sotiros Nikiton
4. Saint Lydia's Baptistery
5. St. Paul Catholic Church
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Jesuits’ successors in Thessaloniki since 1783, the Fathers Lazarists continued the mission in Eastern Macedonia. With rare visits, during the first decades, they settled permanently in Kavala on October 13th, 1887. The first Lazarist, who lived in Kavala until 1896, was Fr. Kazimir Hypert. He writes on September 1st, 1887 in “Calendar of Kavala’s Church”: “On September 1st, I received a teleg
6. Filippi Archaeological Site
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4.5 based on 413 reviews
Reviewed By visitkavala - Kavala, Greece
The region of Philippi is connected to many exceptional historical figures and events that shaped the Western world. Stunning monuments, which have survived until today, are evidence of the long history of the cultures that interacted and grew in this region. The Early Christian monuments of Philippi are among the best-preserved of their type and for this historical period in the whole world!
7. The Castle of Kavala
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4.5 based on 695 reviews
Reviewed By farlin1999
It was my first time walking with friends towards the castle maybe little tricky finding it as you need to past by the houses along the alley to the top of the hill. There are directions and you may have to take some stairs or steep hill to get there. Its a beautiful scene make sure its a sunny day to enjoy the view from the top. It was really enjoyable for me and friends and certainly for those whom loves nature, scenary and photography.
8. The Aquaduct
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4.5 based on 397 reviews
Reviewed By visitkavala - Kavala, Greece
The most characteristic monument of Kavala is the large, arched aqueduct, known by the name “Kamares” (Arches), with a length of 270 m and a maximum height of 25 m. They were built in 1520-1530, a period during which many infrastructure works were carried out in Kavala, with the aim of reconstructing the city after the destruction of 1391. The Kamares are a huge structure, out of proportion to the size of the then insignificant settlement.
9. Panagia
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By apars0n - Manchester, United Kingdom
Panagia, the old town of Kavala, is much prettier and less ramshackle than the old town area of Thessaloniki (in my opinion) and is a lovely area to explore and, probably, get lost in. Follow the street up from opposite St Paul's monument (with the luminous mosaic) and head upwards. If you decide to go up any of the stairs on the left, you may well find yourself having to come back down again, but that is part of the charm of the area. There are places to eat and gift shops, but everything is relaxed and understated, rather than pushy and tacky. Apart from the castle (with lovely views of the aquaduct and the city), there are portions of the old city walls, the Halil Bey Mosque, Mehmet Ali's residence and the Imaret to discover within Panagia's twisty streets. And despite the effort needed in the walk up, remember that what goes up comes down again!
10. Monument Apostle Paul - Church St. Nicholas
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