Panorama

What I can see

Panorama is a suburb of Thessaloniki, with a population of 17,546 inhabitants (2011) and is considered one of the most, if not the most affluent municipality of Thessaloniki. The first post-war villas were built here by wealthy families, mainly doctors’ and commissioned officers’ families, and can be viewed from the streets. The watermills of the Byzantine era and of course the panoramic views of the city of Thessaloniki are also worth seeing. Due to the density of the urban development that started in the 1970s, the area does not offer a complete view of the city. However, at points where there is a view, one can easily understand why the area was renamed Panorama. The suburb is also known nationwide for its signature dessert, the delicious Triangles of Panorama.

What I can't see

In the Ottoman period, the area was inhabited by Muslims. It was called Arsakli or Aksali. Before 1970, it was a place for rural walks and a tourist destination, but was later converted gradually into a luxury home area. According to reports, residents of Mount Hortiatis consider Panorama an example to avoid, preferring a simpler daily life. One thing everyone loves however, is the Triangles of Panorama. This cream-filled triangular-shaped pastry was first made in Panorama by a refugee milkman. Its reputation gradually spread across Thessaloniki and other parts of Greece. Traditional Triangles of Panorama are made with baklava dough, fresh goat milk cream and salep, the only preservative used in its recipe. They can be kept refrigerated for up to a week.

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