Trikala - A Fairytale in Central Greece
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Next to our appartement, on the other side of river Litheos dominates the The Kursum Mosque. It was designed in the 16th century by a famous architect of the Sinan era. In 1993 it was renovated and classified as a monument protected by UNESCO and is now used as a venue for cultural events. Next to the Kursum Mosque is the turbes, the octagonal mausoleum of Osman Shah, inside which, today, archaeological finds of the region are kept.
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Οθωμανικό τέμενος Οσμάν Σαχ - Osman Sah mosque
3 KarditsisNext to our appartement, on the other side of river Litheos dominates the The Kursum Mosque. It was designed in the 16th century by a famous architect of the Sinan era. In 1993 it was renovated and classified as a monument protected by UNESCO and is now used as a venue for cultural events. Next to the Kursum Mosque is the turbes, the octagonal mausoleum of Osman Shah, inside which, today, archaeological finds of the region are kept.
The Vassilis Tsitsanis Research Center - Museum operates on the upper floor of the old Trikala prison, next to Litheos river. It is dedicated to the life and work of the great Greek composer and lyricist Vasilis Tsitsanis. A work inspired by the life of the people, full of images and emotions which are reflected through dozens of songs of rare beauty and authenticity.
Among the exhibits are the composer's biography, various photographs, musical instruments, personal items and rich audiovisual material from his work, such as sheet music and discs with authentic performances of his songs. Also included are tools and machinery from the old prisons as well as items from the life of the prisoners.
On the west side of the old prison headquarters, the imposing figure of Vassilis Tsitsanis dominates. It is an 18 sq.m. mosaic.
In addition, there is a recording studio, a library and an event hall. Essentially, it is not just a static museum but a center of research and artistic creation. Its purpose is the digital recording, documentation and presentation of important elements and information from the life and work of Vassilis Tsitsanis and their presentation to the public.
On the ground floor of the historic building is the Twin Ottoman Bath. In the courtyard there is the chapel of Agios Eleftherios, protector of every concept of freedom and liberator of the imprisoned. It operated inside the prisons and now, restored, it is part of the museum complex. Also, here is the cafe-bistro of the museum where you able to enjoy your coffee or your meal.
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Κέντρο Έρευνας - Μουσείο Τσιτσάνη
1 KarditsisThe Vassilis Tsitsanis Research Center - Museum operates on the upper floor of the old Trikala prison, next to Litheos river. It is dedicated to the life and work of the great Greek composer and lyricist Vasilis Tsitsanis. A work inspired by the life of the people, full of images and emotions which are reflected through dozens of songs of rare beauty and authenticity.
Among the exhibits are the composer's biography, various photographs, musical instruments, personal items and rich audiovisual material from his work, such as sheet music and discs with authentic performances of his songs. Also included are tools and machinery from the old prisons as well as items from the life of the prisoners.
On the west side of the old prison headquarters, the imposing figure of Vassilis Tsitsanis dominates. It is an 18 sq.m. mosaic.
In addition, there is a recording studio, a library and an event hall. Essentially, it is not just a static museum but a center of research and artistic creation. Its purpose is the digital recording, documentation and presentation of important elements and information from the life and work of Vassilis Tsitsanis and their presentation to the public.
On the ground floor of the historic building is the Twin Ottoman Bath. In the courtyard there is the chapel of Agios Eleftherios, protector of every concept of freedom and liberator of the imprisoned. It operated inside the prisons and now, restored, it is part of the museum complex. Also, here is the cafe-bistro of the museum where you able to enjoy your coffee or your meal.
The Byzantine castle of Trikala (fortress) was built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, on the ruins of the acropolis of ancient Trikki. During the Turkish rule, it was repaired by the Turks and used as a fortress.
The fortress presents a typical form of Byzantine fortification. Its wall includes five towers and several small battlements. Internally, it is divided in steps, with transverse walls, into three diazomes. The main entrance opens on the west side of the first floor, with a semi-circular stone enclosure and an iron gate. Its interior is adorned by a pond with a fountain and small bridges. A cafe-restaurant operates in the same space. To the east there is a stone staircase for direct access to the old town.
On the second floor rises the central tower, 33 meters high, with the famous clock of Trikala, a symbol of the city. The view from its top level is unique, while inside there is a photographic exhibition on the history of the city. In the same courtyard there is an open-air theater, where various cultural events take place in the summer.
Finally, in the third diazoma, there is the small inner fortress (ic kale) which was the last refuge of the defenders. It is located on top of the hill and is reinforced by four towers.
Varousi, the most historic district of Trikala, stretches around the castle walls, while Manavika,where most of the city's restaurants are located there, is a little further down. These two areas are today the old city.
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Byzantine Castle
44 Stefanou SarafiThe Byzantine castle of Trikala (fortress) was built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, on the ruins of the acropolis of ancient Trikki. During the Turkish rule, it was repaired by the Turks and used as a fortress.
The fortress presents a typical form of Byzantine fortification. Its wall includes five towers and several small battlements. Internally, it is divided in steps, with transverse walls, into three diazomes. The main entrance opens on the west side of the first floor, with a semi-circular stone enclosure and an iron gate. Its interior is adorned by a pond with a fountain and small bridges. A cafe-restaurant operates in the same space. To the east there is a stone staircase for direct access to the old town.
On the second floor rises the central tower, 33 meters high, with the famous clock of Trikala, a symbol of the city. The view from its top level is unique, while inside there is a photographic exhibition on the history of the city. In the same courtyard there is an open-air theater, where various cultural events take place in the summer.
Finally, in the third diazoma, there is the small inner fortress (ic kale) which was the last refuge of the defenders. It is located on top of the hill and is reinforced by four towers.
Varousi, the most historic district of Trikala, stretches around the castle walls, while Manavika,where most of the city's restaurants are located there, is a little further down. These two areas are today the old city.
The Central Bridge of Trikala is a jewel of 19th century architecture with symbolic value for the city. Since 1886, when its construction was completed, it has connected the old (north) city with its newer (south) side.
It was designed and built by French engineers of the Railways of Thessaly company. Apparently, its form was based on plans for bridges over the Seine. Its metal elements were transported from France. It is the only bridge of its kind in the city.
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Central Bridge
AsklipiouThe Central Bridge of Trikala is a jewel of 19th century architecture with symbolic value for the city. Since 1886, when its construction was completed, it has connected the old (north) city with its newer (south) side.
It was designed and built by French engineers of the Railways of Thessaly company. Apparently, its form was based on plans for bridges over the Seine. Its metal elements were transported from France. It is the only bridge of its kind in the city.
Mylos Matsopoulou operated for a century (1884 – 1984). It is the first industrial flour mill built in Greece and the largest in the Balkans. Now it is one of the most important industrial heritage monuments of the country.
Nowadays, the entire area is the Matsopoulos Park, with green areas, recreational areas and sports infrastructure. The building facilities of the mill have been turned into a multi-purpose art and culture venue. It includes the Industrial Museum, cinema hall, summer cinema, theatre, painting and sculpture workshops and a cafeteria.
During the Christmas season, the mill is transformed into the "Mill of the Elves", the largest Christmas park in Greece, for young and old alike.
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Matsopoulos Mill
10 KlinouMylos Matsopoulou operated for a century (1884 – 1984). It is the first industrial flour mill built in Greece and the largest in the Balkans. Now it is one of the most important industrial heritage monuments of the country.
Nowadays, the entire area is the Matsopoulos Park, with green areas, recreational areas and sports infrastructure. The building facilities of the mill have been turned into a multi-purpose art and culture venue. It includes the Industrial Museum, cinema hall, summer cinema, theatre, painting and sculpture workshops and a cafeteria.
During the Christmas season, the mill is transformed into the "Mill of the Elves", the largest Christmas park in Greece, for young and old alike.