Facts about Edessa, Greece
| Country | Greece |
| Region | Central Macedonia |
| Regional Unit | Pella |
| Municipality | Edessa |
| Municipal Seat | Edessa |
| Named After | Ancient name 鈥淓dessa鈥� (water-rich place) |
| Established | Antiquity |
| Municipality Status | 1918 |
| Coordinates | 40.8010掳 N, 22.0470掳 E |
| Total Area | ~611 sq km |
| Land Area | ~611 sq km |
| Water Area | Minimal |
| Population (2021) | 28,814 |
| Population Rank | Capital of the Pella regional unit |
| Major City | Edessa |
| Main Industries | Agriculture, Food Processing, Tourism, Services |
| Major Transport Links | Regional road network, rail connection to Thessaloniki |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time (UTC+02:00) |
| Known For | Waterfalls of Edessa, historic mills, natural springs |
| Website | https://www.edessa.gr |
Top Attractions in Edessa, Greece
- Edessa Waterfalls Park 鈥� famous waterfalls and scenic walking paths
- Karanos Waterfall 鈥� the tallest waterfall in Greece
- Varosi Old Town 鈥� historic neighborhood with traditional Macedonian houses
- Byzantine Bridge of Edessa 鈥� historic stone bridge
- Edessa Open-Air Water Museum 鈥� exhibits highlighting the city鈥檚 water-powered heritage
- Archaeological Site of Loggos 鈥� remains from ancient Edessa
- Central Square of Edessa 鈥� lively square with caf茅s and local life
- Kanavorio River Walk 鈥� scenic riverside paths
- Traditional Taverns of Varosi 鈥� local dining spots with regional cuisine
- Nearby Mount Voras (Kaimaktsalan) 鈥� mountain area for hiking and winter sports
Distance from Edessa to Other Greece Cities
- Edessa to Thessaloniki 鈥� 95 km (59 miles)
- Edessa to Athens 鈥� 520 km (323 miles)
- Edessa to Larissa 鈥� 240 km (149 miles)
- Edessa to Volos 鈥� 320 km (199 miles)
- Edessa to Ioannina 鈥� 220 km (137 miles)
- Edessa to Kavala 鈥� 210 km (130 miles)
- Edessa to Serres 鈥� 140 km (87 miles)
- Edessa to Alexandroupolis 鈥� 360 km (224 miles)
- Edessa to Patras 鈥� 450 km (280 miles)
- Edessa to Kalamata 鈥� 560 km (348 miles)
- Edessa to Heraklion 鈥� 900 km (559 miles)
- Edessa to Chania 鈥� 950 km (590 miles)
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