Vlakhópoulon, Greece, also known as Blachopoulon, is a village in the municipal unit of Filiatra in the Messenia region of the Peloponnese peninsula. It is situated at an elevation of 150 meters (490 feet) and has a population of around 300 people. The village enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Vlakhópoulon has a rich history dating back to the Byzantine period and is home to several historical churches and monasteries. The village's heritage is closely tied to its Vlach population, who have preserved their unique language and customs over the centuries.
Geographic Data for Vlakhópoulon, , Greece
Latitude | 37° 2.000' |
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Longitude | 21° 47.000' |
Timezone | Europe/Athens |