Tag: Aegina island

Aegina is just an hour away from Athens and awaits you in the center of the Saronic Gulf. You can visit it even for just one day. Archaeological sites, beaches, museums, fresh fish, and above all its famous pistachios guarantee to make your stay on the island unforgettable. Let’s see in detail how you can spend a wonderful one-day trip to the first albeit temporary capital of the Greek state. The legend of the 365 churches in the unknown castle town of Aegina island Aegina: Glimpse into history Arriving at ...

The sea sparkles with crystal clarity, while the trees bend down to touch the water. These are some of the enchanting sights that greet visitors of Greece’s numerous beaches. Among them, there is a special one in Attica, on one of the islands of the Argosaronic Gulf. Its name is emerald heart, and it suits it well. The beach has a heart-shaped outline, surrounded by the emerald hues of the sea. It lies in Aegina, in the area of Livadaki. It is also known as the beach of lovers, because ...

No matter how many places you visit in Attica, you will always be amazed by images, especially when you see them from above. In this way, you can identify various points and phenomena that you did not imagine existed. One such example is the "Frozen Waves", a special phenomenon in Attica that is indeed very impressive and you may not have known until now. The phenomenon we are referring to occurs in the Argosaronic Gulf and images from above are certainly rare. One can call it "Frozen Waves" and justifiably ...

One thing that characterizes most Greek islands is the churches. Small or large, but also the monasteries you will meet there. It can be in the center of a square, by the sea or even wedged in a rock. In fact, some islands, for this very reason, are known for their religious tourism. A typical example is Patmos and Tinos. There is also an island characterized as the Mystras of Greece with its 365 churches. The reason for Aegina Island and Paleochora. One of the most favorite islands for day ...

Travelers, both domestic and foreign, are fascinated by the ancient triangles of Greece. Every country has its own history and deserves respect, but it is natural to focus on Greece’s history since it contains mysteries that remain unsolved even after thousands of years. These mysteries reveal something special about the ancient Greek civilization, which set a standard for its time and still amazes us today. One example of these mysteries is the ancient triangles of Greece. These are places that anyone can visit and experience history first-hand, while also having ...

The cost of summer holidays is often a deterrent for organizing an escape. However, if you prepare well and do an investigation, then you may be able to secure a much more economical holiday than you thought. Transportation and accommodation are two of the main costs as what you eat and how much you spend on your food is largely up to you and is more easily regulated. If you won't get too far from Athens, we recommend the islands with the cheapest ferry tickets. Pack your bags and get ...

Even if you don’t leave for long summer vacations, escaping on weekends to a nearby destination can rejuvenate you more than you can imagine. Small islands near Athens, even an hour away, will put you in a vacation mood from the moment you set foot there. That is, you don’t need to go far or spend a lot of money on ferries to have a good time on a summer weekend. At exploringgreece.tv we recommend four islands near Athens that are ideal for spending a weekend… Near Athens weekend: Poros ...