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Greetings Card : Thessaloniki, Greece - Toumba Hills and (dry) River Vardar
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Thessaloniki, Greece - Toumba Hills and (dry) River Vardar
Thessaloniki, Greece - Toumba District and a bridge crossing the (dried up!) River Vardar. Toumba stands for mounds covering Bronze and early Iron Age settlements. They were considered as Grave hills, hence the name that derived from the word Tomb, but excavations showed that they are tells. The mound that rises in the area gave this neighbourhood its name. Date: circa 1917
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bronze Dried Hills Iron Mound Region Salonica Salonika Settlements Sided Sites Steep Thesalonica Thesalonika Thessalonica Thessalonika Thessaloniki Tombs Vardar
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse range of stunning greeting cards - a captivating view of Thessaloniki, Greece. This beautiful image showcases the Toumba Hills and the dried-up River Vardar, with a bridge gracefully crossing its bed. Toumba is a historic district known for its mounds covering Bronze and early Iron Age settlements. Each card from our collection is printed on high-quality paper and comes with a thoughtful message inside, making it a perfect gift for friends and loved ones. Add a touch of history and culture to your greetings with our Thessaloniki card.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 13.3cm (8.3" x 5.2")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the timeless beauty and rich history of Thessaloniki, Greece, specifically the Toumba District and the dried-up River Vardar. The Toumba Hills, named for the steep, sided mounds covering Bronze and early Iron Age settlements, have long been a source of fascination and mystery. Initially considered as Grave hills due to their association with tombs, excavations revealed that they are actually tells – man-made mounds created over centuries as a result of the accumulation of debris from successive settlements. The mound that rises in the area gave this neighborhood its name. In the foreground of the image, a bridge spans the dried-up River Vardar, adding a sense of tranquility and stillness to the scene. The river, once a vital source of water for the city, has been reduced to a mere trickle due to the arid conditions and human activity. The steep-sided hills, dotted with trees and shrubs, provide a stark contrast to the flat, barren riverbed. The history of Thessaloniki, also known as Salonica or Thessalonika, is a fascinating tapestry of different cultures and influences. Founded in 315 BC, the city has been ruled by the Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans, and Greeks, each leaving their mark on the city's architecture, cuisine, and traditions. The Toumba District, with its ancient settlements and rich history, is a testament to the city's enduring past and its role as a crossroads of civilizations.
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