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Where is Ptolemais

There is also a historical city named Ptolemais in Greece. It was an ancient Greek city located in what is now known as northern Greece. This city was founded by Ptolemy II Philadelphus, the ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, in the 3rd century BCE. The exact location of this ancient city is near the modern town of Kozani in northern Greece.

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Ptolemais Location Map, Greece

Facts about Ptolemais, Greece

Country	Greece
Region	Western Macedonia
Regional Unit	Kozani
Municipality	Eordaia
Municipal Seat	Ptolemais
Named After	Alexander the Great’s general Ptolemy (Ptolemais)
Established	Ancient period; modern city developed in 20th century
Municipality Status	1997 (current administrative structure)
Coordinates	40.5125° N, 21.6811° E
Total Area	~186 sq km
Land Area	~186 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2021)	33,525
Population Rank	Major city in Western Macedonia
Major City	Ptolemais
Main Industries	Energy production, Mining, Services, Trade
Major Transport Links	National road network, regional railway, Egnatia Odos nearby
Time Zone	Eastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known For	Lignite mining, power stations, regional administrative center
Website	https://www.eordaia.gr

Top Attractions in Ptolemais, Greece

Ptolemais Central Square – main gathering area with cafés and local shops
Agios Nikolaos Church – historic church and city landmark
Municipal Park of Ptolemais – green space ideal for walks and family activities
Folk Art Museum of Ptolemais – museum showcasing local traditions and heritage
Archaeological Sites of Eordaia – nearby ancient ruins and historical areas
Neighborhood Walking Routes – quiet streets reflecting suburban Greek life
Local Cafés and Taverns – traditional eateries serving Macedonian cuisine
Nearby Artificial Lakes – scenic areas ideal for outdoor activities
Easy Access to Kozani – regional transport connections for sightseeing
Local Festivals and Events – seasonal cultural celebrations in the town

Distance from Ptolemais to Other Greece Cities

Ptolemais to Thessaloniki – 140 km (87 miles)
Ptolemais to Athens – 480 km (298 miles)
Ptolemais to Piraeus – 485 km (301 miles)
Ptolemais to Patras – 450 km (280 miles)
Ptolemais to Larissa – 230 km (143 miles)
Ptolemais to Volos – 290 km (180 miles)
Ptolemais to Ioannina – 200 km (124 miles)
Ptolemais to Kalamata – 590 km (366 miles)
Ptolemais to Corinth – 510 km (317 miles)
Ptolemais to Heraklion – 880 km (547 miles)
Ptolemais to Chania – 920 km (572 miles)
Ptolemais to Kavala – 250 km (155 miles)

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