Kolokynthou (Greek: Κολοκυνθού pronounced [ko.lo.cinˈθu]) is a neighborhood of Athens, Greece. In the past, in this area there were farms and gardens.
Kolokynthou
Κολοκυνθού | |
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Neighborhood | |
Coordinates: 37°59′48″N 23°42′13″E / 37.99667°N 23.70361°E | |
Country | Greece |
Region | Attica |
City | Athens |
Postal code | 104 42 |
Area code | 210 |
Website | www.cityofathens.gr |
The neighbourhood's name likely relates with the Greek word kolokythi ("zucchini") that was ordinary in the gardens. Today this area is an industrial zone between Colonus and Peristeri.