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of the early 20th century (1922-1930s), has a rectangular "U" ground-plan shape, and shows a perfect symmetry at its openings. The formation of the school-yard area is also very significant. The construction of the school building, one of the most attractive on the island, was financed by revenues
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The oil press of Agia
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that line the main street and socialize. The people are quite friendly and get around on foot, moped, horse, mule, or donkey; however, the automobile has largely supplanted animals as the main mode of transportation of both people and farm produce.
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Paraskeví is Nápi, about 3 km to the northeast. In the latest census in 2021 the municipal unit had 2,230 residents. Its land area is 117.697 km².
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609:Antissa
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661:Arisvi
619:Eresos
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