Listed 2 sub titles with search on: Information about the place for destination: "KYLLINI Village ILIA".
A coastal village with 1,079 inhabitants. It is 43,5 km to the northwest
of Pyrgos. The area has been
populated since the prehistoric times. In the ancient times, it was the haven
of Ileians. It flourished during the Francish domination when it was called Glarenia,
becoming not only an important port, but also a commercial and economic center.
It was named Kyllini after the name of a nearby ancient town. It was surrounded
by powerful walls with battlements and towers.
Today important port for access to the Ionian Islands of Kefallonia
and Zakynthos (Zante)
Loutra Killinis
A famous spa that is touristically developed. There are seven hot
water springs recommended for skin complaints, diseases of the respiratory system
and gout. The permanent residents are not many. It is 41 km to the northwest of
Pyrgos.
This text is cited December 2004 from the West Greece Region General Secretariat URL below, which contains image.
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