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Volos is the capital of Magnesia prefecture and it is located at the center of the Greek mainland.

Volos was built at the innermost point of the Pagasetic Gulf and it is the only outlet towards the sea from Thessaly. It is among the major commercial region ports of the country. Its total population would count up to 160,000 which include the municipalities of Nea Ionia and Iolkos. Volos’ economy depends on manufacturing, trade, services, and tourism.

The modern Volos is established on the area of the ancient and magnificent cities of Demetrias, Pagasae, and Iolkos. Its development is linked with the establishment of the industrial estate, improvement of the port, and the increase of tourism in the city because of its geographical position of Volos near scenic Mt. Pelion and the wonderful and pristine beaches of Magnesia prefecture. The city also has schools, lyceums, gymnasiums, churches, banks, post office, and wonderful squares. Volos is also famous for its assortment of mezedes and tasty, clear alcoholic beverage which is called Tsipouro.

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