Xanthi map

Capital: Xanthi

Overview:

The picturesque region of Xanthi gives examples of local architecture and images that combine the even today lively eastern element with the Greek traditional lifestyle. Historic sites, old houses and mansions, all in natural landscapes entice with their charm. The University Campus, on the other side, represents the modern life and entertainment.

Best Xanthi Sights:

• the Byzantine Castle

• Ancient Avdira

• Byzantine Avdira, Polystylo

• The Fortress of Kaliva

• The Macedonian Tomb in Stavroupoli

• The Relief of Mithras "Tavroktonos" (Mithras the Bull-Slayer)

• Picturesque monasteries, such as the Monastery of Agios Nikolaos in Porto Lagos

Places to visit:

• the Nestos Delta

• the Vistonida Lake

• the area from Livera to Stavroupoli with the remarkable caves

• Dasochori (Kotza Orman Forest)

• Livaditis Waterfalls

Special Events:

In Xanthi traditions and customs revive lively and attract visitors from all over Greece. Don't miss the Carnival of Xanthi, one of the largest in Greece. Special events also take place on Christmas, New Year's Day and the Epiphany. Of great interest are the customs of "Camel" in Stavroupoli, "Tzaros" in Xanthi and the feast of "Babo" in Nea Kassiani with Custom of Gynaecocracy. Last but not least, the Old Town Festival of Xanthi, full of events, is for sure a suggestible period to visit Xanthi.