The Acropolis of Thassos

July 15, 2026July 12, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

The Acropolis of Thassos crowns the height above Limenas, the capital and port on the north-east coast of the island. Three low hills carry the ancient upper town across a rectangular plateau about 137 metres above the sea. Marble walls, the sanctuary of Athena, temples to Apollo and Pan, and a later medieval castle all … Read more

The Ancient Theatre of Thassos

July 15, 2026July 11, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

The Ancient Theatre of Thassos is cut into the north-east slope of the acropolis hill above Limenas, the main town and port of the island. Its semicircle of stone seats sits among pine woods and looks down over the sea and the harbour. Builders of the Hellenistic period first carved the tiers into the hillside. … Read more