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610:[Results of the 2021 Population - Housing Census, Permanent population by settlement] (in Greek). Hellenic Statistical Authority. 29 March 2024.
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Ancient theatre: a theatre of Roman period. It has been renovated and it is used for the local cultural festivals.
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563:See also
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135:Country
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