Central & West Macedonia -
Greek Diaspora Travel

Central and Western Macedonia are regions in northern Greece and attract many Greek diaspora travellers annually. For the purpose of this blog, we will refer to the two administrative divisions of Central Macedonia and Eastern Macedonia – as Macedonia. The capital of Macedonia is the second largest city in Greece – Thessaloniki. Macedonia was home to the ancient Greek Kingdom of Macedon and most famous for being the birth place of Alexander the Great.

The region of Macedonia in Greece was home to the ancient cities of Aigai (Vergina), Pella, and Amfipolis. Macedonia is also home to other major cities in Greece including Serres, Kastoria, Florina, Naousa, Edessa, Ptolemaida, Katerini, Grevena, and Kozani. The Halkidiki peninsula in Macedonia is a famous tourist hot spot with magnificent beaches, resorts, and is home to Greece’s autonomous monastic state – Mount Athos.

Macedonia in Greece is breathtaking and we know that the Greek diaspora travel to their ‘patrida’ frequently. Travelling is always fun. Travelling with a purpose however, is priceless. In the articles below, you’ll learn the best way to add meaning to your next travel itinerary in Macedonia.