Chorto Explained

Chorto
Name Local:Χόρτο
Caption Skyline:Chorto sunset captured from mountain pathway
Periph:Thessaly
Periphunit:Magnesia
Population:85
Population As Of:2021
Coordinates:39.2°N 36°W
Licence:ΒΟ

Chorto (Greek, Modern (1453-);: Χόρτο) is a seaside village is the municipal unit of Argalasti in Magnesia, Greece. Chorto is located by the Pagasetic Gulf, 4 km south of Argalasti.[1]

The ancient city of Spalathra was situated near Chorto, most likely on the Chortokastron hill. There are archaeological remains of early Christian churches in the village, and of a Byzantine-era church and fortress on Chortokastron.

Located in the centre of Chorto is the museum Aggelini, which has a great range of old books, traditional objects of everyday use and many valuable relics.[2] There are many hiking trails known as Kalderimi in the South Pelion area, which is a network of stone paths dating back a few hundred years.[3] Chorto is also known for its two theatres, indoor and outdoor, which hosts musicians from all over the world.[4]

Population

Year Population
1991 130
2001 133
2011 147
2021 85

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Home. 2020-07-04. www.friendsofthekalderimi.org.
  2. Web site: Horto :: Pelion pilio pelion pilion villages in Pelion Greece holidays in Pelion Greece pelio greek travel greek hotels holidays greek hotel accommodation volos :: pelionweb.gr. 2020-07-04. www.pelionweb.gr.
  3. Web site: Home. 2020-07-04. www.friendsofthekalderimi.org.
  4. Web site: Horto Festival. 2020-07-04. horto.net.