Thessaloniki in the news for Greece’s 1.6B euro relief plan unveiled at the Thessaloniki International Fair—second-largest city, major port, cultural capital. pop ~1M metro.
Every spring, Veria in Greece hosts a festival celebrating the blooming of peach trees over a 170 km² area, attracting thousands from Greece and Europe. The event promotes regional tourism and supports local farmers, with activities like photography and cycling. Visitors describe the sight as stunning and unforgettable.
Greek restaurateur Dimitris Tsarouhas is pushing to register 'patsa' as a UNESCO cultural heritage, sparking a dispute with Turkey over the traditional tripe soup called 'iskembe.' Both nations claim the dish as their own, reflecting long-standing culinary rivalry rooted in shared history. The story highlights ongoing tensions over cultural identity and heritage.