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The area includes the villages Rachoni ,Skala Rachoni and St.Georgios. The Skala Rachoni is the harbor for St.Georgios and Rachoni. that are 5 km away from sea. In the old days the village St. Georgios was built far inside the island so as to be inaccessible by pirates. Later on,when the danger of raids subsided, the locals moved closer to the sea and founded the new St.Georgios. At the old St.Georgios,the ottoman Mohamed Ali was raised by a greek family. In Rachoni you can find traditional manors,taverns and kafeneio as well as the church of The Assumption of the Virgin Mary,built in a magnificent location. The area is famous for producing olive oil and honey of top quality.
You must see: The church of the Assumption of Virgin Mary
Where to stay: There are hotels and rooms for rental.
Food-Entertainment:Taverns in Skala Rachoni,taverns and traditional greek coffee shops(kafeneio) in Rachoni.
Beaches: Beach of Rachoni
Distances: from Limenas and 10km from Prinos
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Villages of Thassos