Elektrikái

Elektrikái is a small town and municipality in a southern European coastal region. It lies on a delta and extends into rolling inland hills. The name is tied to a historic trade route once nicknamed the electric way.

The municipality covers about 38 square kilometers and features a temperate Mediterranean climate. The coast includes a harbor, beaches, and rocky promontories, while the inland area is used for orchards and small farms.

Elektrikái dates to the medieval era and flourished as a market town. In the early 20th century, a hydroelectric plant was built nearby, spurring growth and establishing the town as a regional energy hub.

Today the economy centers on energy production, agriculture (olives and citrus), and light manufacturing. Tourism has grown, attracted by the coastline, cultural heritage, and the energy museum.

As of 2022, Elektrikái has roughly 8,900 residents. It is governed by a mayor and a 12-member council, and it participates in regional networks for utilities and transport.

Notable sites include the 12th-century St. Theodosia Church, the Elektrikái Energy Museum, and a waterfront promenade. The town hosts an annual festival of light and engineering.

Public transport consists of regional buses linking to the capital and nearby towns. Healthcare is provided locally by clinics, with a district hospital in the surrounding area.