There is much to see and do in Macedon. You can enter the cave of the gorgon, visit the oracle of Dodona, take quizzes, visit the royal tombs at Vergina, or join in any number of discussions on Alexander the Great. After all of that, you will almost certainly want to drop into the Macedonian Bar & Grill for a drink or a bite to eat. Macedon is divided into 3 poleis: Aegae, Pella, and Thessaloniki.

Aegae was the ancient capital of the Macedonians. When King Archelaus I moved the royal capital to Pella in the early fourth century BC, Aegae remained the religious center of the country. A number of royal tombs have been found here, perhaps even that of Philip II, the father of Alexander. Aegae is divided into four districts: the Farm Lands, the Palace District, the Royal Tombs, and the Theatre District.

The Farm Lands of Aegae are fertile and productive. This is a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The people of this district are known for their hospitality and friendliness. As yet, no one has built here.

The Palace district of Aegae is the heart of the ancient capital. Parts of the palace remain as do a few of the grand houses once used by the royal family. It is here that important religious ceremonies are still held. As yet, no one has built here.

The Royal Tombs of Macedon were the burial place of the royal line from the first king to Philip II. Alexander was the first not to be buried here.

Scribe Kallistos Alexandros has erected the Alexanderon, a cenotaph and center for the study of Alexander the Great. Here you can view some images of the Alexanderon, follow a number of links related to Alexander, and sign the guest book.

The Theater district of Aegae lies close to the palace district. It is an area of smaller residences and commercial enterprises which take advantage of the often large crowds of visitors.The theater holds both plays and important ceremonies. As yet, no one has built here.

Pella is the capital of Macedon and the residence of its kings. It lies on an inlet of the the Thermaic Gulf, dropping down from the rolling hills to the seaport between the Axias and Lydias rivers. The town is laid out on a grid, with the royal palace sprawling over three hills. It was here that Euripides wrote the Bacchae and Aristotle gave Alexander instruction. Pella is divided into 5 districts: the Agora District; the Hillside District, Lophiskos; the Lake District, Elos; the Palace District, Palati; and the Poseidoneia District.

The Agora of Pella is laid out on a rectangular grid. This is a busy and bustling market with just about everything for sale.

Aspasia Marius keeps a Macedonian Residence in the agora.

Lophiskos, or the Hillside district, lies north of the agora, where the land begins to rise. This is the primary residential district of Pella, and the farther uphill you go – away from the noise and smell of the agora – the better the view of the city and the sea, and the pricier the homes.

Scribe Bree Burgundian has established The Refuge here. Drop in and say hello.

Elos, or the Lake district, lies in the marshlands to the north of Poseidoneia. The houses here are built on stilts. Fishers, fowlers, and smugglers live here.

Hecate Tullius has established a Shrine here.

Palati, or the Palace district, sits on top of the highest hill north of the city. Anyone may build here, but there are no smaller residences in the palace complex itself.

Scribe Kallistos Alexandros maintains the Palace of Prince Kallistos Alexandros here. Out of all his many properties, this is his primary residence. You may view the palace or leave a message for the prince, who is also the archon of Palati.

Desdemona Eurimedon keeps the Palace of Princess Desdemona. She is the daughter of Antipatros, the regent of Mecedon.

Thalia Aristophanes has built the Palace of Laughter. Here you can get a brief introduction to her grandfather, the playwright Aristophanes.

The port of Pella is Poseidoneia. This district is full of shops and taverns. It is a place for those who love the sea.

Berenike Alexandros maintains Berniki’s Retreat. You can enjoy several views of the house and leave a message for the princess.

Scribe Kallistos Alexandros has established a Militatry Post to guard the princess. You can take a brief look at the fort or leave a message.

Gamma Alexandros has opened the Taverna of the Deer.

Thessaloniki was founded by Cassander, the son of Antipater, some years after the death of Alexander and named for Alexander’s half-sister. It was built on the site of an ancient village called Thermae. Positioned on a bay and astride the main road between Macedon and Thrace, the city flourished. The Romans made it the capital of their province of Macedon, and the emperor Galerius made it his capital in AD 300. Our Thessaloniki is divided into three districts: the Acropolis District, the Agora District, and the Port District.

As yet, the Acropolis of Thessaloniki is undeveloped.

Jen Lysias has put up a tavern here, although it is little more than a covered bed roll and room for her horse.

As yet, the Agora of Thessaloniki is undeveloped and no one has built here.

As yet, the port of Thessaloniki is undeveloped and no one has built here.