A Fortress High above Saloniki

Sightseeing in Saloniki

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September 18th 2009
Today was the last day of the summer school (the actual conference starts tomorrow). Since one of the speakers today got sick and cancelled at the last minute, we had half the day off, so we went sightseeing. So without further ado - pictures. Shana Tova to Everyone ... read more

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more