Elafonisos

Elafonisos is an island in the region and . The island is a tiny spot between the famous island chain of Kythira (Kythira and Antikythira complex and south of Neapolis in Lakonia region of Peloponnese.
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Simos beach and Pavloρetri.

Beach

Archaeological site
The submerged city of Pavlopetri is found in Vatika Bay, off the coast of southern Laconia in , . It is about 5,000 years old, making it the oldest submerged city known in the world. is situated 4 km northeast of Elafonisos.

Elafonisos

Latitude
36.4887° or 36° 29′ 19″ north
Longitude
22.9629° or 22° 57′ 47″ east
Population
746
Elevation
170 metres (558 feet)
Open location code
8G84FXQ7+F5
Geo­Names ID
8133714
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In Other Languages

“Elafonisos” goes by many names.
  • Greek: Ελαφονήσου

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

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