Olympia, Monemvasia, Caves of Dirrou, Githeo, Kalamata, Corinth, the Argolid (Epidavros, Nafplion), amongst others. Details of Various Diaspora Communities of Longanikiotes Massachusetts, USA'' A high concentration of emigrants who went to the USA settled in the suburbs of Boston, primarily the towns of Lynn and Lowell, Massachusetts in the 60s and onward, which historically have been gateway cities in Massachusetts for various immigrant groups from all over the world. In the beginning of the 20th century, Ipswich was also a gateway city. One of the most famous people with ties to Longanikos was Harry Agganis, also known as the "Golden Greek". Forest Fires 2007 During the devastating forest fires of 2007, the village was spared any damage. However, the fires came as close as five miles away from the northern direction and also there was extensive devastation on the opposite side of the mountain. References Populated places in Laconia