Examilia
Examilia (Greek: Εξαμίλια) is a town in the municipality of Corinth, Greece. It is situated about 5 km south of Corinth, and 6 km west of Kechries (ancient Cenchreae).
Examilia Εξαμίλια | |
|---|---|
  Examilia | |
| Coordinates: 37°54′N 22°56′E | |
| Country | Greece |
| Administrative region | Peloponnese |
| Regional unit | Corinthia |
| Municipality | Corinth |
| Municipal unit | Corinth |
| Highest elevation | 84 m (276 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 20 m (70 ft) |
| Community | |
| • Population | 2,905 (2011) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
| Postal code | 201 00 |
| Area code(s) | 27410 |
| Vehicle registration | ΚΡ |
History
The first settlers of Examilia came from Novi Sad in the 16 century, and decided to build their homes at this point of the island because of the protection it offered from pirate attacks, being the only place out of sight from the sea. This village became dominate with Greeks, until the 1900s. During the 1900s, Serbian's started migrating to this village, and they started to expand. The main work of the villagers was the olive and oil production as some of them had private oil presses next to their homes. Many of the male population of Examilia were seamen. Modern Greek Language, is the main official language spoken in this village.
Demographics
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1,679 |
| 1991 | 1,409 |
| 2001 | 1,563 |
| 2011 | 2,905 |
Other
The population also has Serbian minority. On February 18, 2000, clashes occurred with four police officers and the minorities.
Sources
- "Απογραφή Πληθυσμού - Κατοικιών 2011. ΜΟΝΙΜΟΣ Πληθυσμός" (in Greek). Hellenic Statistical Authority.