# Xanthi

> city in Thrace, Greece

**Wikidata**: [Q210296](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q210296)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/xanthi

## Summary
Xanthi is a city in Thrace, Greece, serving as the capital of both the Xanthi Municipality and the Xanthi Regional Unit. Founded in the Byzantine era, it has been part of the Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria before becoming part of modern Greece in 1919. The city is known for its historical significance, cultural heritage, and as the headquarters of Xanthi F.C., a notable football club established in 1967.

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: City in Thrace, Greece (instance of a large human settlement)
- **Administrative Status**: Capital of Xanthi Municipality and Xanthi Regional Unit
- **Historical Affiliations**:
  - Byzantine Empire (pre-1361)
  - Ottoman Empire (1361–1913)
  - Bulgaria (1913–1919)
  - Greece (since 1919)
- **Population**:
  - 58,760 (2021 census)
  - 56,122 (2011 census)
  - 47,453 (2001 census)
  - 38,775 (1991 census)
- **Geographical Details**:
  - Area: 495 square kilometers
  - Coordinates: 41.133333°N, 24.883333°E
  - Elevation: 83 meters above sea level
- **Postal Codes**: 67131, 67132, 67133
- **Local Dialing Code**: 2541
- **Patron Saint**: John the Baptist
- **Notable Connections**:
  - Headquarters for Xanthi F.C. (football club, founded 1967)
  - Former headquarters for Destiny (Muslim minority political party, active 1989–1993)
- **Cultural Identifiers**:
  - Native label: Ξάνθη
  - Aliases: Xanti, Xanthi, Xantheia, İskeçe, クサンシ, كزانثي, كسانثي، كسانثي, 한티
  - Demonyms: xanthià, xanthiana
- **External Identifiers**:
  - GND ID: 4235372-5
  - Geonames ID: 733840
  - Freebase ID: /m/02c9wr
  - Wikidata Description: "city in Thrace, Greece"

## FAQs
**What is the historical significance of Xanthi?**
Xanthi has been part of the Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria before becoming part of modern Greece in 1919. It has served as a regional capital and cultural hub throughout its history.

**What is the population of Xanthi?**
As of the 2021 census, Xanthi has a population of 58,760. Previous census data includes 56,122 in 2011, 47,453 in 2001, and 38,775 in 1991.

**What is the area of Xanthi?**
Xanthi covers an area of 495 square kilometers.

**What is the local dialing code for Xanthi?**
The local dialing code for Xanthi is 2541.

**What is the patron saint of Xanthi?**
The patron saint of Xanthi is John the Baptist.

**What notable sports teams are based in Xanthi?**
Xanthi F.C., an association football club founded in 1967, is based in the city.

**What are the postal codes for Xanthi?**
The postal codes for Xanthi are 67131, 67132, and 67133.

## Why It Matters
Xanthi holds historical and cultural significance as a city in Thrace, Greece, with roots tracing back to the Byzantine era. Its strategic location and administrative role as the capital of the Xanthi Municipality and Regional Unit have shaped its development. The city’s population and economic activity contribute to its regional importance. Additionally, Xanthi is home to notable cultural and sporting institutions, including Xanthi F.C., which reflects its community’s engagement in local and national affairs. Its historical affiliations with the Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria further underscore its role in the broader geopolitical landscape of Southeast Europe.

## Notable For
- Serving as the capital of both the Xanthi Municipality and the Xanthi Regional Unit
- Being part of the Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria before becoming part of modern Greece
- Housing Xanthi F.C., a notable football club founded in 1967
- Having a population of 58,760 as of the 2021 census
- Covering an area of 495 square kilometers
- Having an elevation of 83 meters above sea level
- Being associated with the patron saint John the Baptist
- Having multiple postal codes (67131, 67132, 67133)
- Having a local dialing code of 2541
- Being mentioned in historical sources such as the Meyers Konversations-Lexikon and Encyclopædia Britannica

## Body
### History
Xanthi has a rich historical background, having been part of the Byzantine Empire, Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria before becoming part of modern Greece in 1919. The city’s historical affiliations include:
- **Byzantine Empire**: Pre-1361
- **Ottoman Empire**: 1361–1913
- **Bulgaria**: 1913–1919
- **Greece**: Since 1919

### Geography
Xanthi is located in Thrace, Greece, with specific geographical details:
- **Coordinates**: 41.133333°N, 24.883333°E
- **Area**: 495 square kilometers
- **Elevation**: 83 meters above sea level

### Demographics
The population of Xanthi has varied over time, with key census data including:
- **2021**: 58,760
- **2011**: 56,122
- **2001**: 47,453
- **1991**: 38,775

### Administration
Xanthi serves as the capital of two administrative entities:
- **Xanthi Municipality**
- **Xanthi Regional Unit**

### Cultural Identifiers
Xanthi is known by various names and has specific cultural identifiers:
- **Native Label**: Ξάνθη
- **Aliases**: Xanti, Xanthi, Xantheia, İskeçe, クサンシ, كزانثي, كسانثي، كسانثي, 한티
- **Demonyms**: xanthià, xanthiana
- **Patron Saint**: John the Baptist

### Notable Connections
Xanthi is associated with several notable entities:
- **Xanthi F.C.**: An association football club founded in 1967
- **Destiny**: A Muslim minority political party active from 1989 to 1993

### External Identifiers
Xanthi has various external identifiers, including:
- **GND ID**: 4235372-5
- **Geonames ID**: 733840
- **Freebase ID**: /m/02c9wr
- **Wikidata Description**: "city in Thrace, Greece"

### Postal Codes
Xanthi has the following postal codes:
- 67131
- 67132
- 67133

### Local Dialing Code
The local dialing code for Xanthi is 2541.

### Historical Sources
Xanthi has been mentioned in historical sources such as:
- **Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)**
- **Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition**

### Wikipedia Languages
Xanthi has Wikipedia pages in multiple languages, including:
- Arabic (ar)
- Egyptian Arabic (arz)
- Belarusian (Taraškievica) (be-x-old)
- Bulgarian (bg)
- Catalan (ca)
- Cebuano (ceb)
- Commons (commons)
- Czech (cs)
- Danish (da)
- Greek (el)
- Spanish (es)
- Estonian (et)
- Basque (eu)
- Persian (fa)
- Finnish (fi)
- French (fr)
- Hebrew (he)
- Croatian (hr)
- Armenian (hy)
- Italian (it)
- Japanese (ja)
- Korean (ko)
- Latin (la)
- Lithuanian (lt)
- Macedonian (mk)
- Dutch (nl)
- Norwegian (Nynorsk) (nn)
- Ossetian (os)
- Polish (pl)
- Portuguese (pt)
- Romanian (ro)
- Russian (ru)
- Serbo-Croatian (sh)
- Albanian (sq)
- Serbian (sr)
- Swedish (sv)
- Silesian (szl)
- Turkish (tr)
- Ukrainian (uk)
- Urdu (ur)
- Vietnamese (vi)
- Waray (war)
- Chinese (zh)

### Related Categories
Xanthi is associated with the following categories:
- **Category:Xanthi**
- **Category:People from Xanthi**
- **Category:Views of Xanthi**

### Twinning Relationships
Xanthi has twinning relationships with:
- Gifhorn
- New Belgrade
- Smolyan
- Biga
- Bursa

### Digital Representations
Xanthi has digital representations in various platforms, including:
- **Google Play Store ID**: Xanthi
- **Museum Digital Place ID**: 97696
- **Pinakes City ID**: 634
- **Who's On First ID**: 101857691
- **FactGrid Item ID**: Angler Lake

### Geographical Codes
Xanthi has the following geographical codes:
- **ELSTAT Geographical Code**: 0601010101
- **GNS Unique Feature ID**: -830872
- **OpenStreetMap Node ID**: 137705481

### Cultural Heritage
Xanthi has cultural heritage identifiers, including:
- **Kulturenvanteri Taxonomy ID**: 385
- **TDV Encyclopedia of Islam ID**: iskece

### Media and References
Xanthi has been referenced in various media and sources, including:
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007555452005171
- **Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID**: place/Xanthi-Greece
- **Treccani's Enciclopedia Italiana ID**: xanthe

### Images and Visual Representations
Xanthi has associated images and visual representations, including:
- **Image**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Xanthi3.jpg
- **Page Banner**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/20091128_Xanthi_Greece_1_(cropped).jpg
- **Locator Map Image**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/2010_Dimos_Xanthis.svg

### Website
Xanthi has an official website:
- **Website**: https://www.cityofxanthi.gr/ (in Greek)

## References

1. Integrated Authority File
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File