Kalithea Kassandra

Kallithea, the perfect combination of wonderful beaches and archeological discoveries. The main points include the ruins of the Doric sanctuary at Zeus Ammon, the sanctuary of Dionysus and the Nymphs and the small church of Agios Panteleimon with interesting frescoes.

One of the most attractive destinations on the beautiful peninsula of Kassandra (Halkidiki), where the pines surround a unique sandy beach, Kallithea is a modern commercial and cosmopolitan resort with large hotel complexes and traditional accommodation.

Having all the necessary facilities needed for a pleasant and fun vacation, and blessed by its natural and historical heritage, Kallithea satisfies even the most demanding visitor and has an impressive nightlife to prove it. Ideally located, Kallithea is undoubtedly the most suitable base for day trips throughout the peninsula, especially for those who wish to visit the impressive archaeological and historical sites of the area, to live the way of life in some of its traditional and remote villages. and see some of the country’s top timeless destinations.

About 90 km from Thessaloniki and today with about 500 inhabitants. Around the middle of the 8th century BC, a sanctuary dedicated to Dionysus and the Nymphs was built, but before the 5th century BC. the cult of Zeus Ammon began.

The temple was built in the second half of the 4th century BC, to be filled only during the Roman occupation. a smaller one was built around the 1st to the 2nd century AD, when the other constructions were erected.

The sanctuary was later destroyed and a Christian basilica was built in its place. During the Byzantine rule, the area was destroyed and deserted, and during the 11th century AD. the dependence of the monastery of Agios Panteleimon on the mountain.