Faraklo, Laconia

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Faraklo is a village in the municipality of Monemvasia, Laconia, Greece. It has a population of 96, and an elevation of approximately 400 metres. [1] It has strong ties with the city of Neapolis. Snow is infrequent, but does occur.

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References

  1. "Faraklo Laconia | Faraklo Information | Faraklo Weather | Faraklo Map". Greece.com. Retrieved 2016-12-30.

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