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Karditsa: The contrasts of Agrafa with the thessalic plain…

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Seat of the prefecture: Karditsa
The main areas of the prefecture are: Karditsa, Plastiras lake, Kastania, Mavrommati, Morfovouni, Palamas.

The prefecture of Karditsa is the smallest of the 4 prefectures in Thessaly. It is a place with intense contrasts, combining the majestic mountainous range of Agrafa on the west with the vast Thessalic plain on the east.

The position of the prefecture in the centre of mainland Greece, made it a crossroad of peoples and civilizations, which left their imprints on the area. The prefecture of Karditsa is ideal for those of us who avoid crowds and organised tourism and seek unexpected and beautiful places to enjoy a quiet vacation.

Karditsa Map

In the prefecture of Karditsa you can admire many important archaeological findings indicating that the area has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. The plethora of monasteries with rare icons and magnificent chancel screens introduce the visitor to the rich history of the area.

Karditsa Attractions

The lake of Plastiras is the ornament of the mountain range of Agrafa. It offers an exciting and magic setting embraced by high and verdant green mountains. The area is considered a “paradise” for nature lovers, offering many types of alternative tourism, including hiking, fishing, walks in the forest, swimming and hunting. Without any doubt this unique experience will satisfy every visitor.

The seat of the prefecture, the city of Karditsa, is built on the banks of a tributary of Pinios river and it is an important administrative, financial and cultural centre with lively commercial life.

The spacious squares, the pedestrian roads, the small pine-tree groves and the various species of plants among old and new buildings, all offer a unique atmosphere and image to the city.

The archways on one side of the large square are impressive. The large Pafsilipo Park with its verdant vegetation is the lung of the city. In this park there are tall tress, pools with goldfish, impressive peacocks and a playground for kids.

Visit the metropolitan church of Agios Konstantinos (St. Constantine) and the church of Zoodochos Pigi (Fountain of Life) with the beautiful wood-carved chancel screen, both built in the 19th century, as well as the important collection of the Folk art club “Karagouna” with local traditional costumes and pieces of traditional jewellery and embroidery.

Other areas of the prefecture with points of interest and archaeological sites are: Kanalia, Messenikolas, Neraida, Rentina, Sofades.

Karditsa is famous for its “tsipouro” (distilled alcoholic drink). Do not miss the opportunity to taste local tsipouro in one of the little shops of the city.

How to get there

By bus: Intercity buses depart daily from Athens, Thessaloniki, Patra and Korinthos to Karditsa.
By car: In order to go to Karditsa by car

From Athens the distance is 305 km
From Thessalonica the distance is 212 km
From Patras the distance is 366 km
From Korintos the distance is 345 km

By train: There are time-tables from Athens with Palaiofarsallo station connection.

Karditsa Photos

Karditsa Useful Telephone Numbers (Calling code for Greece 0030)

Karditsa Municipality
  24410 71514
Karditsa Bus Station
 24410 21411
Karditsa Hospital
 24410 40811-9
Karditsa Railway Station
 24410 21402
Karditsa Police Station
 24410 21502
Karditsa Taxi
 24410 73001 – 3
Karditsa Tourist Police
 24410 21534
Palama Municipal Library
 24440 22941
Karditsa Traffic Police
 24410 21366

 



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