Until the early 1970s there were only olive plantations but during the 1990s there was rapid development and many visitors came to the area. Helping make this possible was the then newly laid asphalt road. It is now a popular weekend destination for the citizens of Athens.
Before the early 1970s, there were only olive groves; however, during the 1990s, rapid development transformed the area, attracting many visitors. The newly paved road facilitated this growth and is now a popular weekend getaway for residents of Athens.