The history of the city begins in the 7th BC century with the name Neapolis as a colony of the Thasians. Later, as a port of the city of Philippi, it flourished during the times of the Macedonian state of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. In the 8th century, it was known by the name Christoupolis and after intense adventures and struggles during the Crusades, it reappeared around 1500 AD with its current name and quickly developed into an important port, especially after the Asia Minor catastrophe.
The 20th century finds Kavala in its golden age. From 1903 to 1909, the Greek residents, with a high national spirit, take part in the Macedonian struggle. The flourishing of the tobacco trade and the increase in population result in the creation of a broad working class that organizes itself in strong labor unions, dynamically asserting its demands.
Kavala today is one of the largest (approximately 80,000 inhabitants), after Thessaloniki, cities in Northern Greece. It is built amphitheatrically on the slopes of the "Symbol" mountain range.
It is the city that many rank among the most beautiful and picturesque in our country due to its unique appearance, the privileged location in which it was built, and its warm and friendly atmosphere.
Wherever you are, Kavala is definitely close to you, as it is connected to all of Greece by daily land, air and sea transport and to Europe by charter flights.