Edessa: Visiting the Mesmerizing City of Water
Commonly known as the City of Waters is Edessa, located in northern Greece and the Central Macedonia region of Greece. The name of the town means the ‘Tower in the Water.’ It holds a special place in the Greek history of the world as it was Caranus that established its first capital, according to some prehistoric sources. In the modern period, it became one of the industrial centers of Greece from the middle of the 20th century.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Edessa in Greece is during the months from June to August, which has comfortably warm and pleasant weather during these times. Varosi Four Seasons is an excellent option for a relaxing, cozy stay in the city. The hotel is a stone building in the main residential street, with gorgeous attractions surrounding it, just a few minutes away. Leventis Art Suites is another hotel to consider, featuring a coffee shop and the free parking.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Travel to Macedonia and experience the magic of water. Wander around in Edessa and come to the Open-Air Water Museum, a one of a kind in Greece. The museum displays the old narrative days of the water and how it powerfully runs pre-industrial times workshops since the 20th century. Don’t miss the Folklore Museum, a neoclassical building that features items and collections of the Edessa-area culture. The trip will never be complete without seeing the Edessa Waterfalls with a height of 70 meters. The magic of its water rushing down can indeed mesmerize you.