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City in Phthiotis, Greece
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Lamia (Greek: Λαμία) (City population: 47,529, municipality: 66,657 (2021)) is the capital of the Phthiotis region of West Central Greece, on the slopes of Mount Othrys, near the river Spercheios.
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Kastro Lamias
The fortress occupies a steep rocky acropolis that has been strategically important since antiquity. Most of the surviving walls date mainly from the Catalan period (14th century), later modified under Ottoman rule. The castle offers extensive views over the Spercheios valley, though the interior is closed due to restoration works inside a large Ottoman-era structure. Despite this, the enceinte walls and commanding position make it an impressive landmark.
It offers an in-depth look at Phthiotis's history with exhibits spanning the Neolithic to the Roman periods.
This tranquil 15th-century monastery features a beautiful chapel and an outdoor museum dedicated to the region's natural history.
Greek cuisine
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1-star hotel. Works in late autumn, costs €33 per night on a walk-in basis.
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By bus
There are KTEL intercity buses starting at Lamia bus station.
By train
Lamia train station is no longer on the main line Athens - Thessaloniki. Timetable is available on TrainOse website
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