Personalized Star Map of Thessaloniki
40.6401°N, 22.9444°E
Greece’s second city and a Byzantine jewel, Thessaloniki unfurls its firmament above the Thermaic Gulf. Gift a star map of this millennial city — a present as warm as its evenings along the Nikís promenade facing the Aegean Sea.
Famous Landmarks
White Tower
40.6401°N, 22.9444°E
The White Tower, Thessaloniki’s emblem, has stood on the waterfront since the 15th century. A former Ottoman prison turned museum, it offers a spectacular panorama of the Thermaic Gulf and distant Mount Olympus from its summit. Its 34-metre height makes it the city’s most recognizable landmark.
Rotunda
40.6401°N, 22.9444°E
The Rotunda of Thessaloniki, built in the early 4th century by Emperor Galerius, is one of the city’s oldest structures. Serving successively as mausoleum, Christian church, and mosque, it preserves remarkable Byzantine mosaics. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it reflects the city’s rich cultural tapestry.
Aristotelous Square
40.6401°N, 22.9444°E
Aristotelous Square, designed by architect Ernest Hébrard in 1918, is the vibrant heart of Thessaloniki. Its elegant arcades open toward the sea in a monumental perspective. Lined with cafes and neoclassical buildings, it hosts the city’s gatherings and celebrations.
Why gift a star map of Thessaloniki?
Gifting a star map of Thessaloniki means celebrating a city where East and West have met beneath the stars for millennia. From the lively waterfront to the alleys of the upper town, every corner of the city invites you to gaze at a sky steeped in history. A perfect gift to mark a special moment in this warm metropolis.
The sky of Thessaloniki
At 40.6° north latitude, Thessaloniki offers an ideal balance between northern and southern constellations. The Thermaic Gulf provides a clear maritime horizon to the south, while summer nights reveal a majestic Milky Way above the upper town.