title: Eleftheres, Larissa
text: # Eleftheres, Larissa
  
  Eleftheres (Greek: Ελευθερές) is a Greek village in Larissa. It is located at a distance of 11 km from the city of Larissa, bordering villages Koilada, Terpsithea and Mesorachi. It is built at an altitude of 95 meters
  
  ## Name
  
  The village is also called Eleftherai (in Katharevousa).
  
  ## History
  
  Remains of the Neolithic and Classical period were found in the hilly area southwest of the village.
  
  ## People
  
  The main occupation of the villagers is agriculture and livestock. In recent years Eleftheres has seen major residential development. Over the past 10 years its population increased from 421 people (2001 census) to 520 (2011 census).
  
  ## Religious fairs
  
  At the religious fair in memory of Saint Charalampos (10/2) people have the opportunity to taste traditional boiled rice, snacks and local wine. There are also two other religious fairs in memory of Cosmas of Aetolia (24/8) and St. Bessarion.
  
  ## Photographic material
  
  * Saint Charalampos chapel in Eleftheres
  * Viem from Rizo Hill
  * The Church of Cosmas of Aetolia
  * Eleftheres during December 2010)
  * View of village square
  