Carole Raddato · CC BY-SA 2.0 Why visit
Ruins of the later capital of ancient Macedon, known for grand houses, pebble mosaics and an adjacent museum. Pella became the Macedonian capital by the early fourth century BCE and was the birthplace of Alexander the Great. Its planned streets and wealthy houses reflect the kingdom's prosperity before Roman conquest and later decline. The visit is strongest when you focus on pebble mosaic houses, urban street grid and archaeological museum.
What you will see
- Pebble mosaic houses.
- Urban street grid.
- Archaeological museum.
History
Pella became the Macedonian capital by the early fourth century BCE and was the birthplace of Alexander the Great. Its planned streets and wealthy houses reflect the kingdom's prosperity before Roman conquest and later decline.
Photographs
Carole Raddato · CC BY-SA 2.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.
Visitor tips
- 1
Prioritise Pebble mosaic houses if you have less time than the full suggested visit.
- 2
Leave enough time for Urban street grid rather than treating Archaeological Site of Pella as a quick photo stop.
About Central Macedonia
Thessaloniki monuments, ancient Macedonian capitals, Mount Olympus, waterfalls and Mount Athos.
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