10 things

Did you know that Saints Vlassios and Makarios of the Orthodox Church were born and raised in Trikala? You might know that. But what you didn't know is that these two unique personalities were siblings as well.

Did you know that Trikala of Corinthia used to be a hub for winter tourism in the 1920s? It's remarkable how this tradition has endured over time.

Were you aware that Trikala of Corinthia was once an ancient Pellini settlement known as "Myseon"? Those devoted to Dodecatheon flocked to the "Kyros" shrine, dedicated to Asclepius, an ancient Greek hero and god of medicine, to pray for health and prosperity.

Did you know that, according to Greek mythology, the god Hermes was born in the "Hermes cave," located on Mount Killini (or Ziria)? The cave is just a few meters away from the Ski Center.

Were you aware that Trikala is an ideal destination for hiking and trekking activities? With a plethora of on-road and off-road trails, the options for a nature stroll are beyond your imagination! And don't forget, you can also enjoy snowmobiling, snow buggies, and skiing at the Ski Center on Mount Killini/Ziria.

Did you know that the "Pigi Tarlaba" and "Filoxenia" hotels were among the first ever established in Greece? In fact, the latter used to host VIPs of that era, including kings, ministers, and other significant figures from Greece and around the world.

Trikala derives its name from the Greek words "tria" and "kala," meaning "the three good things." It's called this because Trikala consists of three smaller villages: the lower district (Kato Trikala), the middle one (Mesea Trikala), and the upper district (Ano Trikala). In fact, there are three places named "Trikala" in Greece, and the one you'll find in our Municipality is called Trikala of Corinthia.

Were you aware that Trikala of Corinthia is just 40 minutes away from the seaside? Our Municipality is one of the few places in Greece where you can enjoy such close proximity between the coast and the mountains.

Did you know that Trikala boasts remarkable monasteries and churches with significant historical value? One of them is the renowned "St. Vlassios Monastery." In its beautiful backyard, you'll find an ancient plane tree. There's a plaque that mentions that in this spot, Papaflessas, the great hero of the Greek Revolution against the Ottomans, met with the Notaras family to discuss the heroic movement, just one day before the revolution. The Notaras family was a significant one with considerable political influence, and Saints Vlassios and Makarios were members of this kinship.

Were you aware that there are two annual festivals held on the peak of Mount Killini? One is called the "Ziria Festival," which has a long-standing tradition, and the other is the "Voes Festival." The Ziria Festival is a music festival, while the latter has a dual identity involving both music and gastronomy. These festivals take place during the summer, and the mountain becomes filled with tents and guests who fully embrace mountain life for at least three days!