Aroi, Patras

Aroi (Greek: Αρόη, also Aroe)[1] is a neighbourhood in the city of Patras, Achaea, Greece. It is built in a hilly area about 2 miles (3.2 km) inland, near the ancient acropolis, which is known as the Castle of Aroi.

Aroi in ancient Greek means "fertile land". The district is one of the most populous in the area.

References
  1. Greek Travel Pages, AROI (PAT), Ancient city, PATRA, accessed 3 September 2020

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