Macedonia (Makedonia) is Greece's largest geographical region
and it occupies the northern part of the country.
The climate is generally continental thouqh coastal areas
benefit from the moderating influence of the sea and can be
said to have a Mediterranean climate.
Macedonia includes large fertile plains, such as the plain
of Thessaloniki, mineral rich areas, such as Halkidiki, wooded
mountains, lakes, wetlands, enchanting waterfalls, forests
of fir, pine and beech trees.
Slopes inhabited even today by endangered wild animals such
as bears and wolves. Rushing rivers, caves, verdant plains,
fertile valleys, distant lake shores, beautiful coasts, and
large and small fishing villages.
