Kolokynthou

Kolokynthou (Greek: Κολοκυνθού pronounced [ko.lo.cinˈθu]) is a neighborhood of Athens, Greece. In the past, in this area there were farms and gardens.

Kolokynthou Κολοκυνθού
Neighborhood
Location within Athens
Coordinates: 37°59′48″N 23°42′13″E
Country	Greece
Region	Attica
City	Athens
Postal code	104 42
Area code	210
Website	www.cityofathens.gr

The neighbourhood's name likely relates with the Greek word kolokythi ("zucchini") that was ordinary in the gardens. Today this area is an industrial zone between Colonus and Peristeri.