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]
Year | Population | |
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1991 | 130 | |
2001 | 133 | |
2011 | 147 | |
2021 | 85 |