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Amaxichi, Or Amakuki, a seaport town of Greece, capital of the nomarchy of Leucas, at the N. E. extremity of Santa Maura, Ionian Islands, separated by a narrow channel from Acarnania; lat. 38° 50' 15" N, lon. 20° 43' E.; pop. about 5,500. From the liability to earthquakes, the houses are chiefly of* wood and of one story. It is rendered unhealthy in summer by numerous salt marshes. The harbor has an extensive mole, but is only available for small craft. The town is defended on the N. by the strong castle of Santa Maura. It is the see of a Greek archbishop.
 
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