Edessa, the Largest Waterfalls in Eastern Europe

    The Edessa waterfalls, including the Great Waterfall, Karan Waterfall, and Twin Waterfalls, Diplos or Dihalotos, are recognized as a genuine treasure of Greece. 

   The largest waterfall in Eastern Europe, Karan Waterfall, throws water from 70 meters height. Edessa

waterfalls are the main attraction of the Edessa city and were formed in the fourteenth century following a strong earthquake. The town is one of the most beautiful in Greece full of little streams, bridges and parks. “Edessa” is a name from the ancient Phrygians living in the region before Macedonians in the ninth century BC and means "water town". Later, it became the capital of Macedonia. In Roman times, Via Egnatia (the first highway to cross the Balkan Peninsula, the road between Rome and Byzantium) passed through Edessa. Rock erosion over the centuries led to the formation of the amazing waterfalls in the park. Behind the Karan Waterfall there is a small cave that can be explored by curious people. Tourists can enjoy a beautiful sight-seeing through flowers and attractions including the Museum of Water and historical artifacts. Edessa is located at just 1 ½ hrs by bus from Thessaloniki.