Thessaloníki: Quick Facts

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Joel Wilson Talks 'Lord Of The Flies' Adaptation — Thessaloniki • Nov. 7, 2026, 6:40 AM ET (Deadline)

New route launched from Haifa to beloved Greek city • Oct. 26, 2026, 9:24 AM ET (Jerusalem Post)

Greek students, teachers protest over education shortages • Oct. 21, 2026, 5:35 AM ET (Straits Times)

Sundance Winners Compete in Thessaloniki's Meet the Neighbors+ Section • Oct. 16, 2026, 6:20 AM ET (Variety)

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The Byzantine Church of Ayios Dimitrios in Thessaloniki, Greece, features a brick facade with arched windows, a bell tower, and a courtyard with potted plants.

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Large crowd of people fills a city street during a protest in Thessaloniki, Greece, with several cars surrounded by demonstrators and banners visible above the crowd.

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