Question

Which of the following isthmus connects the Kassandra peninsula with the mainland of Greece?
1. Isthmus of Gibralter
2. Isthmus of Potidea
3. Isthmus of Ierapetra
4. Isthmus of Corinth

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Isthmus of Potidea

The correct answer is option 2, i.e, Isthmus of Potidea.

• Isthmus of Potidea connects the Kassandra peninsula with the mainland of Greece.
• Kassandra, westernmost of the three prongs of the Chalcidice Peninsula, Macedonia, Greece, projecting into the Aegean Sea.
• It is a part of the nomos of Khalkidhiki.
• The classical history of Kassandra revolves around the Olynthus and Potidea communities.
• The Kassandra peninsula has natural beauty and beautiful beaches.
• It has become the most important tourist center in northern Greece.