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Where is Larisa

Larissa is a city in central Greece and serves as the capital of the Larissa regional unit. It is located in the eastern part of the Thessaly region. Larissa is situated approximately 355 kilometers (221 miles) north of Athens, the capital of Greece. The city is known for its rich history and archaeological sites, and it has been an important center since ancient times. Larissa is also a significant economic and commercial hub in the region, with a mix of historical and modern elements.

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Facts about Larisa, Greece

Country	Greece
Region	Thessaly
Regional Unit	Larisa
Municipality	Larisa
Municipal Seat	Larisa
Named After	Ancient Greek word “Larisa” meaning fortress or citadel
Established	Antiquity (over 4,000 years of history)
Municipality Status	1883
Coordinates	39.6390° N, 22.4191° E
Total Area	~335 sq km
Land Area	~335 sq km
Water Area	Minimal (Pineios River)
Population (2021)	144,651
Population Rank	Largest city in Thessaly; one of Greece’s major urban centers
Major City	Larisa
Main Industries	Agriculture, Food Processing, Trade, Services, Education
Major Transport Links	Athens–Thessaloniki motorway (A1), national railway network
Time Zone	Eastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known For	Ancient theatre, Pineios River, agricultural heart of Greece
Website	https://www.larissa.gov.gr

Top Attractions in Larisa, Greece

Ancient Theatre of Larisa – well-preserved ancient theater in the city center
Alcazar Park – large green park along the Pineios River
Larisa Fortress (Bezesten) – hilltop area with historic remains and views
Diachronic Museum of Larisa – museum covering the city’s history from antiquity to modern times
Church of Agios Achillios – cathedral and city landmark
Pineios River Promenade – scenic riverside paths for walking and cycling
Municipal Gallery of Larisa – art gallery with rotating exhibitions
Central Square of Larisa – lively hub with cafés and shops
Mill of Pappas – restored industrial building and cultural space
Nearby Mount Olympus – easy access to Greece’s legendary mountain

Distance from Larisa to Other Greece Cities

Larisa to Athens – 355 km (221 miles)
Larisa to Thessaloniki – 150 km (93 miles)
Larisa to Volos – 60 km (37 miles)
Larisa to Karditsa – 60 km (37 miles)
Larisa to Lamia – 140 km (87 miles)
Larisa to Ioannina – 250 km (155 miles)
Larisa to Patras – 330 km (205 miles)
Larisa to Kalamata – 470 km (292 miles)
Larisa to Kavala – 300 km (186 miles)
Larisa to Alexandroupolis – 430 km (267 miles)
Larisa to Heraklion – 720 km (447 miles)
Larisa to Chania – 760 km (472 miles)

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