Edessa, the capital of the prefecture, is built on the plateau between Vermio and Vora, with a view of the plain, with abundant vegetation, flower-filled gardens and many water sources. North-east of the town , at a verdant location with a beautiful view, the famous waterfalls of Edessa are found. Under the biggest waterfall there is a small cave, and close-by the small church of Analipsi.

The village Agra, which got its name from the Macedonian warrior Tellos Agras, is situated at a distance of 5 km north-west of the town. One of the first hydroelectric factories of Greece operates in the area. Visitors will see many wild ducks, swans and rare bird species at Agras lake which covers an area of 10,000,000 m2.

Aridaia, is a town famous for its fruit and red peppers, while Skydra is considered to be one of the biggest fruit-producing and exporting centers in Greece.

Another beautiful little town is Arnissa, which is built on the slopes of Voras, on the banks of Vegoritis lake.

Lastly, Giannitsa is an important agricultural and industrial center. The large villages, Nea Pella and Pella are found at a distance of 6 and 10 km respectively from Giannitsa. Between these villages lie the ruins of ancient Pella which, in the time of Archelaos (413 - 399 BC), became the capital of the Macedonian kingdom.

Pella, the capital of the Macedonian state since the end of the 5th century BC, reached its peak during the years of the great Macedonian kings and during the entire Hellenistic period. In 382 BC it was described by Xenofontas as "the greatest of Macedonian cities". It is located 8 km outside the city of Giannitsa.

Lengthy excavations have brought to light the ruins of Ancient Pella, a vast, wealthy and exquisitely organized city, worthy of its historic role. The visitor can view its most significant archaeological findings at the Museum of Pella.