The Local Products of Sparti Greece: Sparta counts on a long tradition in agriculture, since its fertile land is proper for the cultivation of many fruits and vegetables.
The most famous product of Sparta is the olive oil. There are vast areas of olive oil trees, situated all along the plain of Eurotas river. The production of olive oil is large and Sparta bases a significant portion of its economy in its trade.
The production and elaboration of olive oil is such a long tradition for this region that a museum has been created, the Museum of Olive and Olive Oil, in Sparta. Many olive presses are also found all along the area of Laconia.
Another important product for the region of Sparta is the citrus fruits. Laconia is famous for its high-quality citrus fruits, such as oranges, tangerines and citrons. These fruits are cultivated |
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