Festival of Philippi - Thassos at Philippi-Thassos
Exploring Kavala Sailing Holidays area
The Festival of Philippi - Thassos from July 20 to August 31, at the Archaeological site. Performances of ancient drama, concerts, dance groups.
- Visit Site
- Date: From July until August
- Web site: http://www.philippifestival.gr/
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The beach is located at 6 km from Kavala. It is a picturesque resort attracting crowds of bathers during the summertime and is a traditional seasonal center.
Located 2 km from the center of the city. Organized beach with cabins, showers and sports areas, but also with fish-taverns nearby.
The port of Kavála is artificial and is located to the northeast head of the bay of Kavála. It consists of the main port and a less port at its northeastern head.
When Apostle Paul dreamt of a tall impressive Macedonian man who stood in front of him and asked him to “come and pray in Macedonia” he decided to set sails for Neapolis. In winter of the year 49, Apostle Paul landed for the first time on the Greek mainland in Agios Nikolaos area closed to Neapoli (today’s Kavala).