The Old Metropolis of Veroia is one of the great episcopal churches, which were built in Macedonia during the middle Byzantine period. It is also one of the largest mid Byzantine Basilicas of the Balkans.

The paintings of the Cathedral are very important as they give us information concerning different time periods. Most of them date back to the 13th century, during the periods of 1215 / 6-1224 / 5 and 1270-1290 . The frescoes on the eastern sector of the north aisle, date back to 1320.

On the slopes of Mount Vermio, near the village of Kastania, you will find the Monastery of Panagia Soumela. It was built in 1951 by refugees of Pontus and it was an attempt to revive the historical monastery, the ruins of which are located on Mount Mela.

The monastery is a spiritual center which attracts many believers, especially on August 15th (the celebration of the Assumption).

The highest peak of Vermio Mountain is just over 2,000 meters. The slopes, especially the eastern ones, are full of fir, oak and chestnut trees. A rare species of crocus (Crocus Cviziciii) grows in the high meadows of Vermio in the spring. In the summer the landscape is absolutely mesmerizing due to the colorful “carpet” of wildflowers, cyclamens, lilies, wild roses, and the unique in the world Isatis vermia. Also, on the slopes of the mountain there are foxes, deer, wild boars, other smaller mammals, reptiles, insects, and many birds.