The Corinth Canal, a stretch of water dividing the Greek mainland, could serve as a metaphor for the feeling of division within the country it cuts in two.
Perhaps better used to welcoming pleasure-seeking tourists, the surrounding area has a sombre feel ahead of the referendum.
“I think people are divided,” says ballet teacher Elena Michaelidou. “You can’t really say, but I do believe the percentage of Syriza supporters has fallen for sure.”
Christos Kornios is a local olive oil producer and sits on the town council. He believes people’s anger could have positive aspects to it.
“Unfortunately, people are angry,” he said. “But, in a way it’s a good thing. People are scared now, because their daily lives are affected for the worse. But it’s a good fear, because it’s woken people up and stirred them to action. It’s a fear that comes with knowledge, or knowing what’s going on and what will happen in the future.”
Maria Theleiti is an MP for the ruling Syriza party, which is calli
