Central Macedonia

Central Macedonia covers the northern part of Greece and includes mountains, plains, and a long shoreline. The administrative division borders Bulgaria to the north and the Aegean Sea to the south.

Ancient capitals stood in this territory, where rulers governed during the fourth century before Christ. Later centuries brought Byzantine churches, Ottoman mosques, and modern urban growth.

Pastitsio appears on many home tables here, with layers of pasta, minced meat, and béchamel sauce baked together. Tavernas along the coast serve freshly caught fish, while the countryside offers sheep cheese and olive oil pressed from nearby groves.

Main highways connect larger towns across the territory, while regional trains reach smaller places. The international airport near Thessaloniki offers flights to many European countries.

A peninsula on the eastern side allows only male visitors and houses twenty monasteries. This autonomous monastic community has existed for over a thousand years under special status.

Location: Decentralized Administration of Macedonia and Thrace

Capital city: Thessaloniki

Part of: Macedonia

Website: https://pkm.gov.gr

GPS coordinates: 40.70000,23.00000

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:37