The story behind Thessaloniki’s White Tower

Thessaloniki is the second largest city of Greece and definitely one of the most popular and interesting destinations of the country. Thessaloniki is easy to fall in love with – it has beauty, chaos, history and culture, a remarkable cuisine and of course, wonderful sea views.

Thessaloniki has something for everyone and a visit there will definitely steal your heart! If you’re looking for info as well as for suggestions on what to do and how to spend a day in Thessaloniki as a local would, go ahead and have a look at my previous articles. The upper town, the castles, the vast sea view, the food, the nightlife, the relaxed lifestyle and of course, its people will no doubt guarantee a wonderful and unforgettable experience upon your visit to the Greek co-capital! 

But what’s the story behind the city’s most visited landmark?

Undeniably the most popular monument in Thessaloniki and trademark of the city, is the White Tower, located right at the waterfront and consequently in the city’s heart!

The White Tower is as said,  the most recognisable spot in Thessaloniki. In fact, it is depicted on all types of souvenirs while it has been photographed from all angles, in all seasons and at each hour of the day, becoming that way the first image that comes to mind when someone thinks of “Thessaloniki”.  The White Tower is of course inextricably linked to the history of the city, since it has never ceased to play an important role throughout the times.

The White Tower's Museum 

The museum located right inside the white tower, offers everyone the chance to travel through the centuries and focus on the major historic milestones of the city’s life. Thessaloniki’s great strategic position has led to its massive transformations through times;  it has welcomed a plethora of different populations and cultures, which of course played a crucial role into the city's identity formation. Such information is thematically arranged into the museum, in a form of photographs, multimedia projects, videos, artefacts and of course educational and interactive material ideal for visitors of all ages.