Komotini Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Komotini
The provincial town is strongly influenced by Muslim culture and the center of Thrace. Komotini is the capital of the Greek region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. It is the seat of an Orthodox bishop and since 1973 the Democritus University of Thrace. Tourist is of minor interest, but a detour is worthwhile, if you go on the way toTurkeyorBulgariaor spend your holidays on the wonderful beaches between Fanari andMaroneia. Life in Komotini is influenced by students, as the local university is a popular study site. The first written mention of the town dates back to the 14th century. At that time, Komotini was a small and insignificant settlement founded by the Byzantines to protect theVia Egnatiaand the plains before the frequent raids of Slavs coming from the north. In 1361 the settlement
Top Attractions in Komotini
Explore the best things to see and do in Komotini:
- ★Archaeological museum of Komotini
- ★Bridge of Polyanthos
- ★Byzantine museum of Komotini
- ★Carathéodory's museum
- ★Clock tower
- ★Folk museum
- ★Fort Nymphaea
- ★Gratianos
Where to Eat in Komotini
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Diamond
- 🍴Farma Kreaton
- 🍴Nedim Patisserie
- 🍴Sultan Tepe
- 🍴Ta Aderfia
- 🍴Ta Pyrofania
Where to Stay in Komotini
- 🏨Achillio Hotel
- 🏨Anatolia Hotel
- 🏨Arcadia Hotel
- 🏨Archontiko Chris & Eve Mansion
- 🏨Astoria Traditional Hotel
- 🏨Democritus Hotel
Komotini Travel Guide Sections
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