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Thessaloniki is a busy, vibrant city and it is Greece's second
major economic, industrial, commercial and cultural centre as well
as a major transportation hub in southeastern Europe. Its commercial
port is of a great importance for Greece and for its southeast
European hinterland. The city has two state universities that host
the largest student population in Greece.
In
September every year the Thessaloniki International Trade Fair is
held in Thessaloniki, exhibiting Greek and foreign products of every
description. Thessaloniki is also renowned for the Thessaloniki
International Film Festival which is characterized as the most
significant cultural event in South Eastern Europe, attracting local
and international celebrities of both cinema and theatre.
White Tower of Thessaloniki
The
White Tower of Thessaloniki (Greek: Λευκός Πύργος Lefkos Pyrgos) is
widely regarded as the symbol of the city. It has been known by many
names and is now home to the Museum of Byzantine Cultures. The top
of the tower offers excellent views of the downtown area.
Thessaloniki
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