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Vonitsa-Xiromero Province: A Historical Overview of the Greek Region

Vonitsa-Xiromero Province

The Vonitsa-Xiromero Province was a former administrative division located within the Aetolia-Acarnania Prefecture of Greece. Serving as a regional hub for its constituent areas, the province played a role in the local governance of western Greece before administrative reforms led to its dissolution.

Administrative Structure and Geography

The province was centered around its capital, Vonitsa, which served as the primary administrative seat. Its territorial reach was significant, encompassing areas that are now integrated into modern municipal structures.

Specifically, the territory of the former province corresponded with the current boundaries of the Aktio-Vonitsa and Xiromero municipalities. Additionally, the province included a portion of the Oiniades municipal unit, reflecting a diverse geographical footprint within the prefecture.

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The Abolition of the Province

As part of broader administrative restructuring within the Greek state to streamline local government and improve efficiency, the Vonitsa-Xiromero Province was officially abolished in 2006. Following this change, the governance of the region shifted toward the municipal system currently in place.

Key Facts

  • Location: Aetolia-Acarnania Prefecture, Greece.
  • Capital: Vonitsa.
  • Abolition Year: 2006.
  • Modern Equivalents: Now comprises the municipalities of Aktio-Vonitsa, Xiromero, and part of the Oiniades municipal unit.
Summary of Vonitsa-Xiromero Province Details
Attribute Details
Prefecture Aetolia-Acarnania
Capital City Vonitsa
Status Abolished (2006)
Current Municipalities Aktio-Vonitsa, Xiromero, Oiniades (part)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where was the Vonitsa-Xiromero Province located?

It was located in the Aetolia-Acarnania Prefecture of Greece.

Which city served as the capital of the province?

The capital of the province was Vonitsa.

When was the province officially abolished?

The province was abolished in 2006.

Which current municipalities cover the former province's territory?

The territory now corresponds to the municipalities of Aktio-Vonitsa and Xiromero, as well as part of the Oiniades municipal unit.

References

  1. "Detailed census results 1991" (PDF). (39 MB) (in Greek and French)