Agia Sofia, Patras
Agia Sofia (Greek: Αγία Σοφία, meaning "Holy Wisdom") is a neighbourhood that lies directly north of the centre of Patras, Greece city. It takes its name from the Agia Sofia church, which is the main church of the neighbourhood. At the centre of the neighbourhood is Nikis Square, at the intersection of Agias Sofias Street and Konstantinoupoleos Street. Agia Sofia lies near the sea side. Several important roads, including Greek National Road 8 (Corinth - Patras), pass through Agia Sofia. The Piraeus–Patras railway passes through the western part.
Main streets
- Agias Sofias Street
- Athinon Street
- Ellinos Stratiotou Street
- Iroon Polytechneiou Street
- Konstantinoupoleos Street
- Korinthou Street
- Navmachias Ellis Street
- Pente Pigadion Street
- Zakynthou Street
- Thessalonikis Street
Schools
- 26th Primary School (26o Demotiko)located in the heart of Agia Sofia with a rich history spanning over 80 years. During the German occupation the school was used as the local Commandatur HQ and on the roof of the school the base of the turret of the machine gun is still present
- 31st Primary School (31o Demotiko)
- 6th High School - (6o Gymnasio)
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