Aristotlelous Square in Thessaloniki is a large open space that fronts the Thermaic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It’s named after the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle and his statue has a prominent place here.
We stopped by to say hello on our way to visit our most favorite statue in town, that of Alexander the Great. One of Alexander’s teachers was Aristotle and the city is named after Alexander’s half-sister Thessalonike! It makes sense that Alexander would have a special spot in the second largest city in Greece.
We always seem to find a market and this one had many fresh fruits and vegetables. Mountain greens and strawberries are in season now but beets, leeks and lemons are abundant as well. This vendor exudes an air of cheery enthusiasm for his veggies!
This small antique shop that spilled onto the sidewalk was colorful but it’s surrounded by graffiti as are many walls around town.
Thessaloniki has so many delicious dining options. We like the Ladadika neighborhood for eating…it’s colorful in the evening!
We ate Pilaf with Mussels and drank white wine at a cute taverna called Negroponte.
We’re taking it easy with few plans for each day. The temperatures are now in the 70’s and the sun is shining. It’s a happy Saturday!
