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Its strategic location is great as it is located at the narrowest passage in the northern Aegean. Therefore it was developed very early. Excavations have revealed findings that indicate a large thriving city, as mentioned by Herodotus. Was an Ionic city with theater, huge port for 80 ships and a large temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
The Castle of Chios is a medieval citadel in Chios town on the Greek island of Chios.
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