'With a huge olive grove and one of the biggest fishing harbours in the whole of Greece, lively Nea Moudania doesn't do things by halves.'
It's 1923. You're a group of refugees looking for somewhere to rebuild your lives. You come to a place with a giant olive plantation, fertile plains and the perfect fishing harbour. Nea Moudania is born. Fast forward to today and this lively, prosperous town, named 'New Mudyana' after the refugees Turkish home town, offers a wonderful mix of culture, history and fun. There are scores of bars and restaurants, including an inviting selection of beachside tavernas where you can sample the superb fresh fish or tuck in to a plate of olives, washed down with an ouzo or two. And if you enjoy exploring, a walk around the town is a great way to while away an afternoon. Wander up to the highest point, where you'll find the charming three-aisled basilica church of Panagia Koryfini. Watch the yachts sliding majestically across the bay and let your eyes linger over the stunning views across the Kassandra Peninsula. Then make your way back down to the seafront, where you might catch the climax of a beach volleyball, football or tennis match. In the evening the place to be is the centre of town, where you can watch the stunning sunset over Mount Olympus, while you sip a Greek coffee in one of the kafenions and listen to the locals chatting over a fiercely contested game of backgammon. Don't forget to see what's on at the 2000-seater open-air theatre - the pride of the town council - which plays host to theatre and concerts throughout the summer as part of the 'Festival of the Sea'.
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Beaches
The waters of Nea Moudania are very shallow and ideal for younger and inexperienced swimmers. The beaches are well-maintained with cafes lining the powdery sand. After a morning of sun worship, seek shade beneath a parasol and indulge in a chilled drink and a soft ice-cream.
Eating out
Coffee houses, restaurants and tavernas abound, with menus designed to appeal to most palettes. The best fish restaurants can be discovered by the beach and are definitely worth a visit. Ask the waiter for the catch of the day and you'll be rewarded with a fresh, juicy fish dish served with locally-produced vegetables, cooked to a traditional Greek recipe.
Nightlife
There are plenty of bars and clubs to keep you entertained until the small hours. The town also has a cinema and a waterfront open-air theatre showing quality productions throughout the summer.
Shopping
As the commercial centre of Halkidiki, Nea Moudania offers plenty of shops in which to spend your euro. Every Wednesday, the largest outdoor market in the area takes place. Olive, apricot and peanut produce are on sale, yielded from the surrounding groves.
Local information
This town is a good base from which to explore more of the area and immerse yourself in the monastic religion of Halkidiki. At the top of Nea Moudania is a pretty, three-aisled basilica church housing an icon of Panagia Koryfini, which is worshipped as part of a summer festival. Alternatively, visit the small village of Zografou, built around a monastery where a Byzantine tower and crumbling church still stand. The monastery of Agios Pandeleimonos - once used as a hospital - near the village of Nea Flogita, also makes for an interesting afternoon of sightseeing.
Location
About 55km from Thessaloniki
Transfer time
About 45 minutes
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