Such a Roman monument is the Arch of Galerius, or else known as Kamara, a triumphal arch that was constructed by the Roman general Galerius to celebrate his final victory over the Persians.
Other monuments in Thessaloniki that date from that age are the palaces of Galerius, the Roman market and the Roman theatre.
After the Romans, there came the Byzantines on the rule of Thessaloniki. Although the town remained an important economic centre for the entire empire, there were other changes in society and architecture. |
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and the Byzantine times have been declared by Unesco as world heritage monuments.
These churches were mostly made out of stone and marble, with a tall bell tower and a round dome on the top. Example of such churches are Panagia Chalkeon, Saint Sofia and Panagia Acheropoietos, but there are also numerous others in the Old Town, or else Upper Town, Thessaloniki.
In fact, the Upper Town is the oldest and most picturesque quarter of Thessaloniki. Distinguishing for the paved paths, the stone churches and the old, attached houses, the Upper Town of Thessaloniki was surrounded by huge walls to protect the residents by enemy and pirate attacks.
As three people were mostly living in Thessaloniki till the early 20th century (Orthodox Greeks, Ottoman Turks and Jews), the architecture is different and pictures all these civilizations. |
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1950s to the 1970s, Thessaloniki was rebuilt with modern architecture and many factories were established in the area.
Today, Thessaloniki is a modern town with an interesting architecture: a combination of old, neoclassical and modern architectural type. The most popular spot is the waterfront, a nice promenade surrounded by ample squares.
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