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Kithnos
Island
- Area (sq.km):
99
- Population(1991):
1.632
- Population(2001): 1.603
- Population Density(1991):
16
- Population Density(2001):
16
- Change% 2001/1991:
-1,8
- Length of Coast (km): 98
- Traditional Settlements:
Driopida, Kithnos
- Airports: No
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Domestic Port Authorities
- City: Merihas
- Island: Kithnos
- Category: Port Authority Station
- Tel: 22810 32290
- VHF Channels: 07, 12
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Caves
- Name: Katafiki
- Location: Driopida
- Island: Kithnos
- Description: Cave Katafiki, found in proximity to the village
of Dryopida, occupies the site of Fires. At
present, it remains unexploited and ranks
among the largest caves in Greece that are
rich in stalactites. In the course of World
War II, the cave served as shelter for local
inhabitants. It is further a gathering place
for the celebration of the Resurrection of
Christ on the night of Holy Saturday (Easter
Vigil).
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