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TIL Delos, a Greek island with a population of 26 people, is one of the most important mythological/archaeological/historical sites in Europe. Considered the birthplace of Artemis & Apollo, and part of UNESCO’s World Heritage List, it is actively protected, with all "construction activities" banned.

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