The Aristotle Square took its current form after the fire of 1917 which destroyed most of the city from Olympiados street to the beach, leaving about 72,000 people homeless .
The 'International New Plan Thessaloniki " chaired by French architect Ernest Emprar set up to rebuild the city , managed to implement their plan of urban reinovation only to Aristotelous square.
The square - a symbol of the city , has been linked with a series of events that affect all areas of life for the city of Thessaloniki. It is the centre of social , political events and cultural activities . The two symbol buildings of the square , the " Olympion " and " Electra" ,were built in the 50s and 60s , respectively , while Aristotle was in final form only in 1960 . Today in Aristotle Square there are several shops, banks , café bar. In the center stands the statue of the great ancient philosopher Aristotle.
