Kastoria
Beaver
General Information
Other Name: Justinianopolis, District: Kastoria , State: West Macedonia , Greece
Area: 0 -
Languages Spoken: Greek,French, Italian, and German
Long Distance Code: 24670
Importance: Kastoria is renowned for its fur trade.
Best Time to Visit: September to October and May-June
International Access: Connected to all the major cities of Greece.Description
Kastoria is a city in northern Greece in the periphery of West Macedonia. It is the capital of Kastoria Prefecture.The town''s population is estimated as some 20,660 people (1991 census). It is situated on a promontory on the western shore of Lake Orestiada, in a valley surrounded by limestone mountains. The town is known for its many Byzantine churches, Ottoman-period domestic architecture, and trout.Location
It is situated on a promontory on the western shore of Lake Orestiada, in a valley surrounded by limestone mountains.Climate
Mediterranean Climate.