Dhekelia is spelled D-h-e-k-e-l-i-a.
Understanding the Spelling of Dhekelia
The name "Dhekelia" consists of eight letters. For clarity, here is a letter-by-letter breakdown:
| Letter | Position |
|---|---|
| D | 1st |
| h | 2nd |
| e | 3rd |
| k | 4th |
| e | 5th |
| l | 6th |
| i | 7th |
| a | 8th |
This unique sequence of letters identifies an important location within a British Overseas Territory.
What is Dhekelia?
Beyond its spelling, Dhekelia refers to a significant military installation.
- Geographic Context: It is a military base located on the island of Cyprus. It forms part of Akrotiri and Dhekelia, which are British Overseas Territories. These territories are administered as the Sovereign Base Areas.
- Official Naming: While commonly known as Dhekelia, its full designation is Dhekelia Cantonment.
- In Greek, the base is known as Φρουρά Δεκέλειας.
- In Turkish, it is referred to as Dikelya Kantonu.
For more detailed information about this specific location, you can explore the Dhekelia Cantonment Wikipedia page.
