The Bezesteni of Thessaloniki

July 15, 2026July 11, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

Nestled in the heart of Thessaloniki, the Bezesteni is a testament to the city’s rich Ottoman heritage. This fifteenth-century covered market, known for its robust stone structure and six lead-covered domes, was once a hub for precious textiles and jewellery. Today, the Bezesteni continues to operate, offering fabrics, buttons, and trinkets. Its location on the … Read more

Thessaloniki Markets: Modiano, Kapani and the Old Bazaar

July 15, 2026July 10, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

The markets of Thessaloniki fill the streets between Egnatia avenue and the seafront with produce, fish, spice, and cloth. The covered hall of Modiano, the open lanes of Kapani, the Ottoman Bezesteni, and the square of Athonos sit within a few blocks of one another. Each hall carries a layer of the city’s Ottoman and … Read more