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Ano Poli (Upper City) is located on the Northeast of the historical center. 🏙
It is known for its distinct architectural character, since it is the only part of the city where the old traditional urban fabric is preserved, with the narrow cobblestone streets and the unique buildings of traditional Macedonian architecture with the characteristic protrusions. 🏘

In 1917, there was a fire that burned down most of the city, completely destroying buildings of rare architectural value in the city center. 🔥
It is said the fire of 1917 started from the frying pan of a housewife who was cooking eggplants in her kitchen on Olympiados street. A new city was later rebuilt based on a plan prepared by the French architect Ernest Ebrard.
Today, you can still find the northern Medieval Byzantine walls of the city preserved in Ano Poli. 🧱

Explore your neighbourhood in Ano Poli and discover some must-visit spots: 🗺
📍Tower of Alyseos (Trigonio): Defensive tower, part of the walls, where you can enjoy the best panoramic view of the city.
📍Yedi Kule: Fortress consisting of ten towers and newer parts that were used as a jail. Open to visitors and you can also enjoy a different view of the city there.
📍Tsinari tavern: It is considered the last example of a typical tavern of this type from the period of Turkish rule.
📍Pasha’s gardens: A memorial park that used to be part of the Agios Dimitrios hospital. Nowadays, it is a famous hangout spot for young people.
📍Terpsithea’s and Kallitheas Square: Two famous squares in Ano Poli to gather with friends or family.

Interested in staying in Thessaloniki now?
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A snippet of our team’s participation in ESN Greece’s 33rd National Assembly, hosted by ESN UOM Thessaloniki. 😊
Glad to be here and see another amazing project come to life by ESN volunteers!

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