Pasas, Oinousses

In today's world, Pasas, Oinousses has become a topic of great relevance and debate. Its impact extends to various areas, generating conflicting opinions and awakening the interest of experts and the general public. That is why it is essential to delve into its implications, origin and consequences, in order to thoroughly understand its influence in different areas. In this article, different perspectives on Pasas, Oinousses will be explored, analyzing its evolution over time and its relevance today. From its origins to its impact on modern society, key aspects will be addressed that will allow the reader to have a broad and detailed vision of this fascinating topic.

Pasas or Panagia
Native name:
Πασάς ή Παναγιά
Pasas or Panagia is located in Greece
Pasas or Panagia
Pasas or Panagia
Geography
Coordinates38°30′30″N 26°17′10″E / 38.50833°N 26.28611°E / 38.50833; 26.28611
Area2.448 km2 (0.945 sq mi)
Administration
Greece
RegionNorth Aegean
Regional unitChios
MunicipalityOinousses
Demographics
Population0 (2011)

Pasas or Panagia (Greek: Πασάς, Παναγιά) is a small Greek island of the Oinousses complex in the Aegean Sea, located east of Oinousses, the largest island of the complex. Administratively, Pasas and the rest of the islands form the Oinousses municipality within the Chios regional unit.

With an area of 2.448 km2, it is the second largest island of the complex. According to 2011 census, the island is uninhabited, although a guard of lighthouse lives often there and a military garrison is permanently stationed on it. The most notable building on the island is the old lighthouse which was built in 1863 and has a height of 8.5 meters. Since 1995, the lighthouse has been converted to solar power and it keeps a permanent staff.

Name

The island's name Pasas derives from the Ottoman-era term Pasha, while Panagia derives from the Greek name for Virgin Mary.

European migrant crisis

During the European migrant crisis, Pasas has been in the frontline of Greek islands that have witnessed the arrival of immigrants from Turkey.

Infrastructure

The island of Pasas features a lighthouse which from 1995 has been converted to solar power, a military building with a permanent army garrison, and a heliport. The island recently got connected to the Greek mains electricity network and Oinousses through an underwater cable.

References

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