The Olympiad is a small place, nestled in the hills and greenery. It is still unspoiled by mass tourism, so there is still not a large number of accommodation facilities.

Apart from the beautiful beaches in the immediate vicinity, Olympiad is known for being named after the mother of Alexander the Great, who spent some time on a small island across from it.

In the immediate vicinity of Olympiad lies ancient Stagira, the birthplace of the famous philosopher Aristotle, the teacher of Alexander the Great. The ruins of Stagira can be visited, as well as the famous interactive Aristotle Park.

Olympiad may be a small place, but it has all the necessary amenities for a summer vacation, including several grocery stores, taverns, souvenir shops, fast food, gas station, pastry shop, and bakery. For larger and more affordable purchases, tourists visit the stretch from Stavros to Asprovalta and large supermarkets such as Lidl. In Stavros, you can also visit the market.

In Olympiad, along the sea, there is a paved and beautifully landscaped promenade, lined with restaurants and cafes. The beach is long and mostly sandy, with a gradual depth and warm sea. One part of the beach has sunbeds and umbrellas, while the larger part is available to visitors with their own equipment.

In the center of Olympiad, you will find the famous restaurant Captain Manolis, known for its fresh fish and seafood specialties. Olympiad is also known for its shellfish, which you must try if you are vacationing in this area.

In short, Olympiad is perfect for a peaceful holiday, without nightlife. For more entertainment in the evenings, there are Stavros (13km) and the highly developed Asprovalta (20km).

Although there are not many of them in Olympiad, tourists visit it in large numbers because it is on the way to Mount Athos and resorts in Athos, but also because the most beautiful beaches from Thessaloniki to Asprovalta and throughout Athos are located in the immediate vicinity of Olympiad.

We have already mentioned the most beautiful beaches, such as Babylon, Cuba (Proti Ammoudia), Zugla, Balkonaki, Totos, and other lesser-known and less accessible but equally beautiful beaches. In the hinterland of these beaches and Olympiad, there are two natural national parks and waterfalls (one on the way to the village of Varvara, and the other in the village). For those who enjoy an active holiday, Ierissos and the beautiful Kakoudia beach are not far (30km), beaches Ksiropotami, Legend, Komitsa are just a kilometer further, and even the island of Amouliani, the brightest jewel of Athos, is not too far away.

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