“Ousoüs is, of course, Ushu or Uzu, the ancient name of the mainland city...During most periods, the majority of the population must have lived on the mainland, while the island area was an administrative and religious center.
The original name for the mainland city was Ousoüs, which is also known as Ushu or Uzu. The island area played a significant role during most time periods, serving as both an administrative center and a place of worship, while the majority of the population lived on the mainland.