Lamia Attractions
Agiou Louka Hill & Church
Area close to Lamia center in the woods. It was named after a 1910 chapel located here. Ideal place for chilling, jogging, and walking.
Gorgopotamos Bridge
During WWII, rival resistance groups cooperated to take this bridge down and delay Nazi reinforcements to Africa. It's a monument of national unity.
Lamia Castle (Acropolis)
The acropolis fortification has been used throughout centuries - from the ancient times until the Second World War. It has nice vistas and walks.
Athanasios Diakos Monument
AlamanaA battle memorial dedicated to the great hero of the Greek War of Independence who battled here against an Egyptian regiment serving the Ottoman Sultan.
Acropolis (Medieval Castle) of Ypati Phthiotis
Even if today there are only a few remains of the castle, the reason why they built it there is clear. The view from up there is breathtaking.
Memorial of Leonidas and Sparta 300
ThermopylaeModern monument of the famous battle of the 300 Spartans and 700 Thespians. "Go tell the Spartans, passerby, that here by Spartan law, we lie."
Parkou Square
The largest among the four central squares of Lamia is an ideal place for a coffee or refreshment break for locals and visitors.
Eleftherias Square
Eleftherias Square is next to Virgin Mary's Cathedral. It has cafeterias and a few tavernas in its proximity, and space for children's play.
