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Chóra

North Aegean, Greece · Europe

About Chóra

Chóra is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Pythagóreio, 4km from Pythagoreion.

Chóra is a town located in North Aegean, Greece. With a population of 1,218, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Chóra sits in Greece, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Athens time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chóra to your route.

About Chóra

Samos International Airport "Aristarchos of Samos" (IATA: SMI, ICAO: LGSM) is an airport on Samos Island, Greece. The airport is named after Aristarchos of Samos, an ancient astronomer and mathematician, and lies within 5 km (3.1 mi) from the nearby town of Pythagorio. The airport has a single short runway. The

Read more airport's surroundings leave little room for error or mistake on the behalf of the pilots – with nearby mountains and sea at the end of the short runway. In summer there are often strong Meltemi winds from the north, which further contribute to the difficulty of the landing. There is one terminal building. There are six boarding gates, none of which have jet-bridges. Passenger facilities are split across two floors and include a duty-free shop and a small café.

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Chóra offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Chóra located?

Chóra is located in North Aegean, Greece, Europe. The coordinates are 37.7037 latitude, 26.9045 longitude.

What is the population of Chóra?

Chóra has a population of approximately 1,218 people, making it a town in Greece.

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Quick Information

Population
1,218
Continent
Europe
Country
Greece
Region
North Aegean
Timezone
Europe/Athens
Coordinates
37.7037, 26.9045

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Greece

Police
100
Ambulance
166
Fire
199
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Tourist police (English-speaking): 171.

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Worth the detour from Chóra

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Pythagoreion

A UNESCO-listed ancient harbor town on Samos named after the mathematician Pythagoras, featuring the remarkable Tunnel of Eupalinos.

4 km · about 5 min drive

ancient ruins

Ephesus

One of the best-preserved ancient Greek-Roman cities in the Mediterranean, featuring the spectacular Library of Celsus, grand theater, and terraced houses with intricate mosaics.

47 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Monastery of Saint John (Patmos)

A fortified 11th-century monastery on Patmos island built around the cave where St. John wrote the Book of Revelation.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving in Greece

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.88/litre
Motorway tolls
~€7.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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Mytilinioí

🇬🇷 Greece

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Pythagóreio

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4 km awayPop. 7,515

Vathý

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8 km awayPop. 1,888

Samos

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8 km awayPop. 1,885

Marathókampos

🇬🇷 Greece

19 km awayPop. 2,401

Néon Karlovásion

🇬🇷 Greece

20 km awayPop. 10,220

Megálo Chorió

🇬🇷 Greece

28 km awayPop. 168

Güzelçamlı

🇹🇷 Turkey

28 km away

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