The prefecture of Larissa covers the northeastern part of Thessaly. It is the largest prefecture in Greece. It has unique beauties and is suitable for holidays throughout the year as the entire prefecture is open for sightseeing. Getting to know the Thessalian plain, the legendary river Pinios, the valley of Tempi, Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece, the Aegean Sea and the important sights of the prefecture will fill you with amazing images. The prefecture of Larissa consists of the provinces of Agia. Elassona, Tyrnavos, Farsala and Larissa, which is also the capital of the prefecture. It borders the prefectures of Pieria and Kozani to the north, the prefectures of Grevena, Trikala and Karditsa to the west, the prefectures of Fthiotida and Magnesia to the south and the Aegean Sea to the east. The territory of the prefecture is divided into plains by 48%, semi-mountainous by 25% and mountainous by 27%. The prefecture experienced great prosperity during the Ottoman occupation, thanks to the developed industry. The signs of this economic boom that the place experienced can be seen in the historical monuments of the period and mainly in the imposing churches of the 16th and 17th centuries. During your stay in Larissa you will get to know the beauties of the city, the Pinios, the Alcazar park, the archaeological monuments of the area and above all you will have fun at the rhythm of the city. Do not forget to plan a visit to the beautiful town of Agia which is built on the slopes of Ossa and to Agiokampos, the port of Agia. Also, visit the picturesque Elassona, the historic town of Tyrnavos and of course Tempi with its magnificent landscapes.