Regional Unit of West Attica, Administrative division in northern Attica, Greece.
West Attica spreads across 1,004 square kilometers of land, encompassing five municipalities including Elefsina, Aspropyrgos, Fyli, Mandra-Eidyllia, and Megara.
The formation of West Attica as a regional unit occurred through the Kallikratis government reform of 2011, replacing the previous prefecture structure with updated administrative boundaries.
Each municipality within West Attica maintains local festivals throughout the year, celebrating Greek traditions through music, dance performances, and regional food specialties.
The administrative center of West Attica operates from Elefsina, providing governmental services and managing regional development projects for its 165,540 residents.
The region experiences temperature extremes, with weather stations in Elefsina recording some of Greece's highest temperatures, reaching up to 48 degrees Celsius.
GPS coordinates: 38.07719,23.41461
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:26
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