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Vasa Kellakiou or simply Vasa (Greek : Βάσα Κελλακίου ) is a community of the District of Limassol located 5 km northwest of Asgata.
Year | Population |
1946 | 185 |
1960 | 151 |
1982 | 68 |
1992 | 74 |
2001 | 54 |
Vasa is located 19 km NE of the city of Limassol on the border of the province of Limassol with the province of Larnaca. It is built at an altitude of 365 meters above sea level.[ In the southeast it borders with Ashgata, in the south with Monagroulli, in the west with Sanida, in the northwest with Vikla and Akapnou and in the east with Ora.
History-Name
The name of the village is related to its location. In the old days, Vasa was the base of eight other neighboring villages. These villages do not exist today, only some ruins are preserved.
A historical element known for the area is the existence of a large tunnel that was used to hide the inhabitants from the barbarians during their raids during the Venetian period. Today only the tunnel entrance exists.
Natural environment
Carobs, olives, almonds, fruit trees, citrus fruits and vegetables are grown in Vasa. In addition, pulses are grown in the area.
Holy temples
In the village there are 3 holy churches: the Church of Agios Dimitrios (built 1830-1840) , the chapel of Panagia Vosiena and the chapel of Agios Demitrios.
Community Council President: Pantelis Georgiou
See also
Vasa Kellakiou
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