What is "tourlida"

Tourlida is an island in Missolonghi Lagoon, in Greece. It is a long-narrow earthy land about 5 Km south of Missolonghi. Tourlida is the largest lagoon island of Missolonghi lagoon and the only inhabited. Its population is 15 inhabitants according to 2011 census. A landmark of Tourlida is the houses on piles. They are stilt houses that are built by fishermen. These houses are named Pelades in Greek.