Lavara
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Flag of rebels of Lavara during the Greek War of Independence
| Lavara Λάβαρα | |
|---|---|
  Lavara | |
| Coordinates: 41°16′N 26°23′E / 41.267°N 26.383°ECoordinates: 41°16′N 26°23′E / 41.267°N 26.383°E | |
| Country | Greece |
| Administrative region | East Macedonia and Thrace |
| Regional unit | Evros |
| Municipality | Soufli |
| Municipal unit | Orfeas |
| Population (2011)[1] | |
| • Rural | 1,093 |
| Time zone | EET (UTC+2) |
| • Summer (DST) | EEST (UTC+3) |
Lavara (Greek: Λάβαρα) is a town located in the eastern part of Evros regional unit. In 1821, Lavara participated in the Greek War of Independence and rose up against the Ottoman Empire. It was the seat of the municipality of Orfeas (Greek: Ορφέας). It is located 2 km from Turkey and the western bank of the river Evros.
Historical population
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2,117 |
| 1991 | 2,173 |
| 2001 | 1,580 |
| 2011 | 1,093 |
References
- ↑ "Απογραφή Πληθυσμού - Κατοικιών 2011. ΜΟΝΙΜΟΣ Πληθυσμός" (in Greek). Hellenic Statistical Authority.
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