Elevated View of Thessaloniki City at Sunset
by Alexios Ntounas
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Elevated View of Thessaloniki City at Sunset
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Alexios Ntounas
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A wonderful sunset illuminates the Greek city of Thessaloniki. People are enjoying the fall evening on the coastal promenade known as Nea Paralia. People walk, cycle, and sit on the benches. The golden hour casts a warm glow over the packed buildings of the city.
As the sun sets, it paints the sky in flaming shades of orange, yellow, and purple. Thessaloniki, Greece, is bathed in a mellow light that highlights its splendor. The water glistens with reflections of the vibrant sky. With their yellow, orange, and crimson leaves, the trees along the promenade provide a touch of fall beauty. In the distance you can view the silhouette of Mount Olympus along with other mountains and a few clouds covering the otherwise clear sky.
The ancient Hellenic Navy warship Velos, a Niki-class destroyer that now serves as a museum, is also anchored at Nea Paralia. Thessaloniki's Concert Hall, a landmark and architectural jewel of the city, is located behind Velos. The floodlights of Apollon Kalamarias stadium can be seen from a distance. Finally, over the water in the distance is the city of Peraia.
The scene combines history, culture, and nature to capture the essence of this dynamic metropolis. The shot was taken from Moni Vlatadon, which provides a spectacular perspective of Thessaloniki and Thermaikos Gulf.
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June 11th, 2023
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