Byzantine tower
Greece, Halkidiki, Uranoupolis, Athos.
Description:
In the resort Greek town of Uranoupolis, which is located near the Holy Mount Athos, there is a main celebrity - this is the Byzantine tower. The resort is also famous for the fact that in ancient times the philosopher Aristotle lived here. Thousands of pilgrims and tourists visit this place.
The Byzantine tower was restored and rebuilt after an earthquake in the nineteenth century and now appears in its original appearance. It was built of stones and cobblestones and is now a monument of the Byzantine era. Previously, the tower was used as a dwelling for monks, but now it hosts exhibitions and sells icons.
The ancient attraction can be seen from everywhere - from the sea and from the beach. The Byzantine tower amazes with its mystery and mystery.
You can get to Uranoupolis from Thessaloniki by bus. It runs from the bus station several times a day. But it is better to still rent a car and drive through these places, surrounded by magnificent nature.