thessaloniki beaches

Yesterday was my favorite day so far. We got to go to Sani Beach in Thessaloniki for the entire day. The weather was perfect and the water was crystal clear and the beaches were filled with white sand. I spent the day lounging on the beach, reading, and listening to music. It was our last day before our consulting project begins, so everyone was trying to soak up as much relaxation as possible.

Thessaloniki is a lot more interesting than most people would think. It is the second largest city in Greece, and in 1997, the European Commision of Commerce declared the city the "cultural center of Europe". There is so much history here. It is amazing to think people have been living here since 315 BC. One of the things I noticed the most here is the pace of the lifestyle. Everyone seems to be so much more laid back than in America. It really makes you appreciate the moment and not to rush through your days in haste. We also go to try some awesome Greek food at lunch yesterday. I discovered how much I love feta cheese, tomatoes, and cucumbers.

The first picture I posted is a picture of the city along the water at sunset. The second picture is a picture of my rommate Lindsey, who is from OU, and our professor Dr. V. The last picture is a picture of the city along the water with the White Tower in the distance. It is a famous landmark in Thessaloniki, and was part of the city wall a long, long time ago. Enjoy!