2015-17

Sightseeing in Trikala

Let’s make a tour in our city, Trikala…

Where is our city located?

• Our city is located in the centre of Greece, in western Thessaly.

The map of Trikala

Our town

Some information about our history…

• Trikala was founded around the 3rd millenium BC.• the city was an important center of antiquity, and

here lived Asclepius, who today is the emblem of the Municipality of Trikala. He was the king of the city and a famous ancient doctor whose clinic was found in our city.

Antiquity• The city of Trikala is built on the ancient city Trikke, which

was founded around the 3rd millennium BC and took its name by the nymph Trikke, daughter of Penaus, or according to others, daughter of Asopus river. The ancient city was located between the local hill and the river Lithaios.

• The city became an important center in Antiquity and it was considered to be the birthplace and main residence of the Healing God Asclepius. The city exhibited one of the most important , ancient temples of Asclepius, ”Asclepieio”.

The statue of Asclepius in the center of Trikala.

River Litheos

Trikala is a provincial town with a lot of beautiful sights and a great natural environment. Trikala’s most important sight is river Litheos that crosses the town and divides it in two parts and is, at least was considered, the fig of our town.People say that Asklipios, the ancient god of medicine, was born beside the river Litheos. Its name comes from the word “Lithi” which means oblivion. Wonderful old bridges connect the two sides of our town.

River Litheos

River Litheos in Autumn

…and in Spring

The main bridge

The Central Bridge was built in 1886 and connects the central square with the

Asclepius pedestrian zone.

The central bridge

constructed in 1886 by French

mechanicals

The statue of Asclipios

next to Lithaios

Asklipiou street Trikala is also a modern town with a wide selection of night

life activities. Asklipiou is the central pedestrian street, with commercial stores and the most popular coffee shops. This is where the residents and visitors of Trikala meet. It is the busiest and most crowded street of our town.

Asclipiou street

Asklipiou street

Asklipiou street at night

Η κεντρική πλατεία το Φθινόπωρο The central square

The central square.

• The central square A construction which looks like a tree whose braches are photovoltaic panels! Τhis construction has been made for 2 reasons.•To help disabled people•To save energy

Varousi,the old noble district

Varousi

• The Old City of Trikala consists of the districts Varousi and Manavika. Varousi was the Christian district of Trikala during the Turkish rule and is located at the foot of the fortress. A large number of old buildings, built between 17th and 19th century, are still preserved or renovated.

The old town VarousiVarousi stands out for its beautiful old houses that are famous for their unique architecture. Someone can enjoy their walk in the beautiful and

scenic alleys and admire the special style of architecture .

Traditional houses in Varousi

Manavika

Manavika

Following the district Varousi up to the central square is the part of the city called Manavika, a neighborhood of the old city with a uniform architecture . Here are located some of

the best restaurants and coffee bars in town.

The fortress

The Byzantine Castle

The Castle

The castle of Trikala is located in one of the tallest peaks of the town. It is said that it was built by emperor Ioustinianos in the sixth century B.C. In the castle there is the trademark of our town, the clock tower, from where someone can admire the panoramic view of Trikala. There is also a café and a provisional theatre.

The open theatre in the fortress

The fortress today hosts the outdoor theatre of the city, where each summer a variety of theatrical

performances are held.

The Tower clock

The clock tower, the trademark of

our town

Osman Shah mosquenow used as a cultural center

The Koursoum mosque

Ιt was built by the famous Turkish architect Sinan in the middle of the sixteenth century and it is known for its dome which is made of tin. Nowadays there are held many events such as art exhibitions. The Mosque was reconstructed in 1993.

Osman Shah Mosque

Matsopoulos Mill

The Mill of Matsopoulos

The Matsopoulos Mill is located in the Park complex, on the NW side of town. It was built in 1884 and is today a historic / industrial monument in the middle of a luscious green park. The Mill, which is for the most part restored today, operates as a cultural center. Here is also the permanent Municipal Cinema the Municipal Theater and a café. There is also a conference hall and a cultural events hall.

During the Christmas period, the stone-built Matsopoulos Mill transforms into the “Mill of Elves”, a famous Christmas park.

The Mill of.… Elves!• Between the 28th of November and the 4th of January

Matsopoulos Mill transforms into the “Mill of Elves” welcoming people of all ages into a festive ambience. Various activities connected with the Christmas celebration

take place and amuse people of all ages.

MUSEUMS AND THE LIBRARY• In our city there are many museums, which are connected with our

history and arts. Also, there is a very nice and modern library where people can study or surf the net.

• Α remarkable building is also the cathedral of our city, “Saint Nikolaos”.

Our traditional food!!!

• Our food is very delicious and everybody gets excited by its taste.

• Our handmade pies are unique!• You also have to taste our sausages, local

meat and cheese.• Sweet preserves, “halvas” and “loukoumia”

are some of our traditional sweets.

PAY ATTENTION!

• If you see in our city a bus without driver don’t be frightened! This year, in our city we have a bus which operates without a driver at the wheel. Also, the nice point is that this type of bus exists only in our city, in our country, in our continent, in the whole world!!!

City Mobil 2 (Automated Bus)

• The door closes and the journey begins. But there is no driver or passenger. It is not a mirage, though some speak of the miracle of technology. This is the first bus without a driver traveling in the center of Trikala.

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Meteora• Near our city, there is an dazzling area,

Meteora. Tourists come from all over the world to see these weird rocks.

• We hope you like our city!

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