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... REGION: Thrace ... Prefecture: Evros ... / Alexandroupolis \ ... / Forest of Dadia \ ... / Delta Evrou \ ... / Didimoticho \ ... / Orestiada \ ... / Soufli \ ... The east gate of Greece and the European Union is Evros County. The area of the county is covering 4.239 s.m.and has a population of 143.752 inhabitants. The Capitol City is Alexandroupolis. The town has a nice street layout and has one of the most important harbors in north Greece. The Evros river is the natural borderline between Greece and Turkey and just before the waters of it are going to meet the Aegean Sea the river is forming its worldwide famous delta. More then 200.000 birds overwinter in the huge areas of the delta, amongst them are 300 species which are very rare. Another very important and protected area where you can admire wild life is the forest of Dadia, here you can see different species of predatory birds. The coastline of the county is very attractive as well, starting from Mesimvria to Makri and from there until Alexandroupolis you will see marvelous places and a magical scenery. The county has a very rich history and tradition, so it would be a good idea to visit the archaeological sites. Here you will meet the prehistoric, the classic and the Hellenic ancient history you will feel the spirit of the Romans and the grandiosity of the Byzantine. In Makri you will have the opportunity to see the cave of the Cyclopes and just a bit further away you will meet the graves from the megalithic ages ( DOLMEN). All those things are going to lead us to the grave in Elafochori, to the ancient city of Mesimvria, to Traianoupolis and to the Byzantine castles in Avandas and Pythio. In the north is Didimoteicho, a town that is surrounded from Byzantine walls and has many little churches but the central point is the mosque of Vogiatzi pasha. Heading to the south is Soufli, which is known for its high quality silk production. Finally the light of the biggest lighthouse in Greece will lead you back to Alexandroupolis, from where you can start your journey to Samothraki.

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