Serres, Administrative center in Macedonia, Greece
Serres is a city in the Macedonian region of Greece, located at the foot of Mount Menoikio and extending across fertile plains with the Strymon river running nearby. The layout follows this natural geography, with the town serving as a hub for the surrounding area.
Serres developed as a fortified settlement during the Byzantine era, making it strategically important to several powers. For centuries, the city saw conflicts that repeatedly changed its control and character.
The regional food traditions of Serres center on local specialties like bougatsa pastries and Akanes candy, which reflect time-honored cooking methods. These treats remain central to everyday life and are sold in local bakeries and markets throughout the city.
Serres has a central location with good road connections via the A2 and A25 motorways, linking it directly to Thessaloniki and the Bulgarian border. This makes the city a convenient base for exploring the broader region.
Tobacco trade shaped the city's economic growth in the 20th century, leading to the construction of many warehouses scattered throughout the urban landscape. These structures remain visible reminders of that important commercial period.
Location: Serres Municipality
Location: Commune of Serres
Elevation above the sea: 70 m
Website: http://serres.gr
GPS coordinates: 41.09107,23.54980
Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:12
Saint John the Baptist Monastery, Serres
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Serres Municipal Stadium
760 m
Mehmet Bey Mosque
815 m
Saints Theodore Tyro and Theodore Stratelates Church, Serres
518 m
Acropolis of Serres
712 m
Zincirli Mosque
470 m
Archaeological Museum of Serres
44 m
Sarakatsani Folklore Museum of Serres
538 m
Hadzilia Folklore and Ethnological Museum
214 m
Serres Ecclesiastical Museum
400 m
Saint George Kryoneritis Church
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Serres Bedesten
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Saint Nicholas Church, Serres
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Έσκι Τζαμί
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Saints Cosmas and Damian Church, Serres
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Archangels Church, Serres
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Saint Demetrius Church, Lakkos
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Saint Nicholas Church, Elaionas
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Presentation of Mary Church, Serres
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Saint Pantaleon Church, Serres
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Saint John the Baptist Church, Serres
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Saint Anthonius and Saint Marina Church, Serres
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Saint Menas and Saint Kyriaki Church, Serres
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Saint Demetrius Church, Neo Souli
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Holly Cross Church, Serres
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Ascention of Mary Church, Neo Souli
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Dioiketerion of Serres
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Apostles and Transfuguration Church, Serres
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