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Cape Matála

Cape Matála is a cape in , . Cape Matála is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near the village .
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  • Type: Cape
  • Also known as: “Akra Matala” and “Ákra Mátala”
  • Historically known as: “Cape Theodia”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Kommos.

Archaeological site
Photo: Oltau, CC BY 3.0.
is an archaeological site in southern . During the Minoan period, it served as a harbour town for nearby and . After the Bronze Age, a sanctuary was built over the ruins of the earlier town. is situated 2½ km northeast of Cape Matála.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Matala and Pitsidia.

Hamlet
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is a village located 75 km south-west of , , Greece, north of Cape Lithinon. is part of the community of Pitsidia within the municipal unit of , municipality, .

Village
Photo: Rob de Vries, CC BY 2.0.
is a village, which is situated 4 km northeast of Cape Matála.

Village
Photo: Rob de Vries, CC BY 2.0.
is a village, which is situated 6 km northeast of Cape Matála.

Cape Matála

Latitude
34.99291° or 34° 59′ 35″ north
Longitude
24.74405° or 24° 44′ 39″ east
Elevation
4 metres (13 feet)
Open location code
8G66XPVV+5J
Geo­Names ID
257597
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Satellite Map

Discover Cape Matála from above in high-definition satellite imagery.
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Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Neo Kalamaki and Kalamaki.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Ormískos Mátala and Rock-cut tombs.

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