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Where is Megara

The modern town of Megara is located in the Attica region of Greece. It is situated on the Saronic Gulf, which is an inlet of the Aegean Sea. Megara is to the west of Athens, and it's part of the broader Athens metropolitan area. The town has a history dating back to ancient times and has connections to Greek mythology. Today, it is a municipality in the administrative region of Attica, Greece.

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Megara Location Map, Greece

Facts about Megara, Greece

Country	Greece
Region	Attica
Regional Unit	West Attica
Municipality	Megara
Municipal Seat	Megara
Named After	Ancient Greek word “Megara” meaning chambers or halls
Established	Antiquity (one of the ancient city-states of Greece)
Municipality Status	1835
Coordinates	37.9947° N, 23.3436° E
Total Area	~330 sq km
Land Area	~330 sq km
Water Area	Includes coastal areas along the Saronic Gulf
Population (2021)	41,743
Population Rank	Largest municipality in West Attica
Major City	Megara
Main Industries	Agriculture, Food Processing, Trade, Services
Major Transport Links	Athens–Corinth motorway (A8), suburban railway
Time Zone	Eastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known For	Ancient Megarian heritage, olive oil production, coastal location
Website	https://www.megara.gr

Top Attractions in Megara, Greece

Archaeological Museum of Megara – museum showcasing artifacts from ancient Megara
Megara Old Town – traditional streets reflecting the city’s long history
Church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos – historic church and local landmark
Geraneia Mountains – nearby mountain range ideal for hiking and nature exploration
Vourkari Beach – coastal area popular for swimming and relaxation
Pachi Port – small harbor with seafood taverns and sea views
Central Square of Megara – lively gathering place with cafés and shops
Ancient Walls of Megara – remnants of classical fortifications
Minoan Fountain – ancient water source linked to local history
Easy Access to Corinth and Athens – convenient location for regional travel

Distance from Megara to Other Greece Cities

Megara to Athens – 40 km (25 miles)
Megara to Piraeus – 35 km (22 miles)
Megara to Patras – 180 km (112 miles)
Megara to Thessaloniki – 520 km (323 miles)
Megara to Larissa – 370 km (230 miles)
Megara to Volos – 340 km (211 miles)
Megara to Ioannina – 430 km (267 miles)
Megara to Kalamata – 220 km (137 miles)
Megara to Corinth – 45 km (28 miles)
Megara to Heraklion – 420 km (261 miles)
Megara to Chania – 460 km (286 miles)
Megara to Kavala – 680 km (423 miles)

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