The ancient theater of Philippi is located in the ancient city. The ancient city is located in eastern Macedonia, specifically in the Peripheral Unit of Kavala, in the area formerly called Krinides. The city of Philippi was founded in 360 BC as a colony of the Thasians and held a strategic position. In 356 BC Philip II captured the city, completed its fortification and renamed it Philip. The first phase of the ancient theater dates back to this era. The city developed into one of the most important in Macedonia.

One of the most important historical and characteristic monuments of the Old Town of Kavala is Kamares. They were built in the early 16th century by the Turks to transport water from the village of “Old Kavala” to the city. They have a height of 25m. and length 270m. while the aqueduct consists of 60 arches of four different sizes. It is alleged that the Arches were built on the remains of older aqueducts dating back to Roman and Byzantine times. Today, Kamares has lost its vital importance, while maintaining its beauty and grandeur, as they are the monument-symbol of the city.