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Platamonas is a seaside resort located in the region of Central Macedonia. The resort is regarded as one of the most important tourist destinations in Pieria with green landscapes, beautiful beaches and crystalline waters. No wonder this resort has turned into a remarkable destination. Platamonas may be a starting point for exploring the prefecture of Pieria, continental Greece and the Greek islands.

The most important attraction is the Venetian Castle. The resort has numerous restaurants, hotels and campgrounds. During the summer the number of tourists increases to 120,000. A large number of visitors come from Eastern Europe but also from Greece as the resort is also very popular for greek tourists.

According to greek tradition, its name originates either from the platan trees or from the broad sandy beaches, both of which can be found in the areas surrounding the resort.

Most people know the Pieria region and Mount Olympus from the greek mythology. Others know about this place from the tourists that have visited it. Even so, most of the tourists that have visited the place agree: Pieria is even more beutiful and thrilling in reality.

Very few places in the world associate endless beaches with their golden sand and clean sea, the mountains full of history and natural beauty, tourism organization with excellent prices in such a pleasant way. All these are connected in an excellent local infrastructure of roads, highways and railroads.

Few other places in the world are blessed with 70 miles of shore, home to such different kinds of holidays, from quiet family holidays to weekend breaks for those young and resless tourists . Few places indeed offer such a diversity in terms of entertainment, recreation and cultural life, due to their geographical diversity, secular history and especially the hospitality, friendship, diligence and consistency of people in the region.

The center of the resort is very picturesque and modern. It is full of souvenir shops and supermarkets. The hustle and buslte of the resort is observed mainly in the evening hours, when it is cooler and tourists go sightseeing .

Nearby is the tallest mountain in Greece, the famous Mount Olympus.

Platamonas is connected to the cities of Katerini and Larissa through the bus and train transportation system. With its calm and laid back atmosphere, high vegetation, panoramic views, the venetian castle and the traditional settlement of Palios Panteleimonas in the area, Platamon makes an ideal destination for a short visit and a break from the city.

The settlement is approximately 7 km away from the traditional and scenic settlement of Palios Panteleimonas a popular destination for its stunning panoramic view, graphic restaurants and guest houses.

The planned restoration of the old railway line, which is still to be seen running along the seafront, shows imagination and pride in the past.

During the summer, many wealthy Greek families reside in Platamon such as the Moskof and the Akkas family.

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