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Aegina in brief Horse-drawn carriages, picturesque neighbourhoods, floating shops, a market full of fresh fish, gardens with pistachio trees, beautiful beaches, lovely little tavernas right by the water’s edge – and, most of all, wonderfully hospitable people! This is Aegina! The perfect island for carefree holidays – and only 17 nautical miles from Piraeus, with numerous ferry connections every day. Just 75 minutes by ferry and 35 minutes by hydrofoil.

Among the places you must make a point of visiting are the archaeological site at Kolona, the imposing Temple of Aphaia, Palaiohora (known as Little Mystras) with its little Byzantine churches scattered across the hillside, the village of Mesagros, the Church of Agios Nectarios, and the house of the great writer Kazantzakis, at Livadi, where he wrote the famous Zorba the Greek. You can also enjoy a leisurely stroll through the narrow streets of the town, with its fine neoclassical houses still evoking the island’s glory days.

When night falls, it’s time to surrender to the many forms of evening entertainment the island has to offer. There are great tavernas (in the harbour, at Perdika, at Agia Marina, etc.) where you can enjoy a glass of ouzo and some fish right at the water’s edge, with every dish on the menu enhanced by the local island pistachios!

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If you visit in September, you’re sure to have a great time at the Pistachio Festival, where you can enjoy Aegina’s traditional product in all sorts of delicious combinations.

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History The island’s early history is now lost in the mists of time, but we do know that it has been inhabited continuously since about 3500 BC. In Greek mythology, Zeus fell in love with Aegina, the most beautiful of the twenty daughters of the god Asopus. He abducted her and brought her to

Aegina was the very first place in the Greek world where coins were minted – these were originally called Helonai, from the Greek word helona meaning turtle, because of the turtles depicted on them.

In 1827, following the War of Independence, Aegina became the first capital of Modern Greece. Kapodistrias, the new head of state, made it his headquarters for the first two years of his administration.

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the island of Oenone, which then took her name. Together they had a son, Aeacus, whom Zeus made king of the island. Naturally, the young man wanted subjects for his kingdom. To this end, he took the strange course of transforming the ants of the island into human beings! And so the people of Aegina came to be known as Myrmidons, from the Greek word myrmingi meaning ant.

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Sights • The most important of all the island’s sights is the ancient Temple of Aphaia, with its panoramic views. Also worth seeing are the Kolona archaeological site, and the Archaeological Museum, down by the harbour.

• For visitors interested in Christian history, there is the imposing Church of Agios Nectarios, the Monastery of the Holy Trinity and the Chrysoleontissa Monastery.

• If you explore the narrow streets of Aegina, you will come across the Venetian Tower of Marcello, as well as the fascinating Folklore Museum. Plakakia is home to the wonderful Christos Kapralos Museum.

• Finally, animal lovers will want to see the Hellenic Wildlife Hospital, on a remote stretch of the road to Agia Marina, about 10 minutes from the harbour.

Beaches

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The island of Aegina has a beach for every taste! Here are some of the best: • Agia Marina, 15km from the harbour: The most famous of the island’s beaches, with full facilities. A sand beach with beach bar and an ouzeri (restaurant serving ouzo and mezes).

• Loutra Souvalas and Vayia: On the northern part of the island, about 8km from the harbour.

• Marathonas and the little harbour of Perdika: These beaches boast fabulous tavernas, where lots of boats and yachts dock. Located at the south of the island, 5km and 9km from the harbour, respectively.

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• Aeginitissa: A sheltered cove with eucalyptus trees, 6km from the harbour, after Marathonas beach; full facilities with umbrellas and recliners. Nearby tavernas serve all manners of delicious snacks.

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• A five-minute walk from the harbour of Aegina will bring you to the Avra beach, and five minutes farther on you will find the sandy beach at Kolona, located near an archaeological site. At the edge of the harbour, just after the Panayitsa Church, lies Panayitsa beach, will full facilities, little tavernas and cafés.

• Klima and Sarpa: These two beaches are close to Perdika. The first is a sandy beach and the second has shallow waters, trees and a little canteen. They are generally regarded as the most beautiful beaches on the whole island.

• Agiou Vasileiou: A beach with full facilities, about 4km from the harbour, on the road to Perdika.

• Moni Island: An 8-minute boat ride from the little harbour of Perdika.

Covered in pine trees, the little island is also home to deer, wild goats, peacocks and squirrels – tame enough to eat from your hand! There is a sandy beach with full facilities, and many other points along the shore where the waters are deep and ideal for underwater fishing. There are also canteens serving coffee, ouzo and mezes.

• You absolutely must sample the island’s trademark pistachios, served fresh, roasted, salted or unsalted, in halvas pies, chocolate sweets or mixed with spoon sweets. The nuts have been grown on the island since 1896, and are in fact the best-known of all the nuts grown anywhere in Greece, now enjoying special protection as products of designated origin.

Every year in September there is the Aegina Fistiki Fest, when more than 60 stalls and kiosks are set up along the shore, selling pistachios as well as other local produce like honey and cheeses. You can also browse other traditional wares – ceramics, lace, hand-made jewellery, and so on.

Well-known chefs are often invited to create new dishes based on the pistachio – and visitors have the privilege of watching them at work!

Children also put on their chef’s hats to create delicious sweets using the nuts, which are then offered to the visitors. The festival also features entertainment in the form of traditional dancing, singing, plays, lectures and tours of the museums and archaeological sites.

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• A romantic ride in a horse-drawn carriage.

• Bicycle rides along the shore. One particularly magical ride takes you 9km from the harbour to Perdika, and the whole island is covered in roads and trails that are ideal for bike rides – good fun and good exercise too!

• Water sports on the beach at Agia Marina, and sailing, too.

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• Finally, you can book a place on a boat cruise, or go diving, underwater fishing or snorkelling – exploring deep waters with a mask and breathing tube.

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Agistri

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Agistri in brief Agistri is a lush green island set in the azure waters of the Argo-Saronic Gulf.

It has thick pine forests extending right down to the shore, where its beaches are lapped by crystal-clear waters. With its natural beauty and picturesque, unspoiled villages, Agistri is the ideal summer holiday destination. It is also the ideal place for a weekend getaway or even a one-day excursion, since it is just 55 minutes from Piraeus by ferry. The perfect combination of tranquillity, opportunities for outdoor activities and a lively nightlife. There are four villages: Skala, Megalohori (where the island’s two harbours are located), Limenaria and Metochi. In short: an island that combines everything a visitor could want!

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History Agistri, Aegina and the surrounding islands formed the kingdom of Aegina, ruled by the mythical king Aeacus. The earliest inhabitants came from the Peloponnese in the 5th century BC. Homer refers to the island under the name Cecryphaleia, an ally of Aegina in the Trojan War. There are places of archaeological interest at Aponissos, Megaritissa and Kontari, and archaeological remains have been found submerged off the western coast. In 1835 a Royal Decree established the Commune of Agistri, which at the time numbered 248 residents.

Beaches The island has some truly fabulous beaches, with crystal-clear waters and pine trees coming right down to the shore. At Megalohori or Skala you will find a number of sandy beaches, with recliners, umbrellas cafés or small tavernas. We list below the best of the island’s beaches:

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• Aponissos: An exotic beach to the west of Limenaria, with pine woods extending right down to the water’s edge, where the shore is lined with smooth rocks. Also, a mooring place for sailboats and leisure craft.

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• Megalohori or Mylos: A fine beach with azure waters, pebbles and sand, ideal for swimming, right by the island’s capital town.

• Dragonera: An enchanting pebble beach, just outside Megalohori. Made up of two beaches, Mikri and Megali Dragonera, both with turquoise waters and pine trees coming right down to the shore. Umbrellas and recliners are available; along with a canteen and opportunities for water sports.

• Mareza: A rocky beach with deep, turquoise waters and pine trees, set in a magical location just 200m from Limenaria.

• Skliri & Halikiada: To the west of the harbour of Skala lies Skliri, a small, rocky beach, followed by the beach at Halikiada, with white pebbles, ideal for spear fishing.

Activities Agistri has numerous little bays and coves - ideal for water sports like windsurfing or water skiing, as well as fishing. The rocky shore along many stretches of the coast is excellent for diving and underwater fishing. Agistri is surrounded by tiny islands – Metopi, Doroussa, Kyra and Spalathronissi – which you can visit by sailboat or launch to have a beach all to yourselves! The island is the perfect place for walkers and cyclists, and there is also the opportunity to ride at the Horse-Riding Centre in Megalohori.

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• Skala: Sandy beach with full facilities and shallow, crystal-clear water, just 100m from the harbour. There are some excellent fish tavernas along the shore here.

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Hydra in brief Both traditional and cosmopolitan, Hydra makes one wonder how it is possible for so much beauty to fit on to what is really just a bare rock in the sea! It is just 90 minutes away from Piraeus by hydrofoil, or three hours by ordinary ferry, and you can explore it by donkey or on foot – no cars allowed!

First of all, pause to admire the beautiful stone houses, constructed before 1800 by Italian craftsmen, and then take a walk to Kaminia, a picturesque little harbour, the ideal place to stop for a glass of ouzo, or to the beach at Vlychos, with the little Church of Agia Paraskevi.

Hydra also offers abundant culinary delights, such as the island’s special almond pastries – known as amygdalota.

The earliest mention of the island is in Herodotus, who calls it Hydrea. The ancient Greek word is a reference to the many natural springs of the island, and over the years has been simplified to the modern Hydra. It was first colonised in the Late Neolithic era (3000-2600 BC), but the soil was difficult to cultivate and the early settlers turned to the sea. By the late 18th century the island had a commercial fleet of more than 150 vessels, which sailed as far as the Black Sea and western Mediterranean.

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Hydra made a valuable contribution to the Greek War of Independence in 1821, providing ships and financial support. Islanders like Admiral Miaoulis, Antonios Oikonomou and Tombazis also played a leading role in the uprising against the Turks.

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Sights • A good starting place is the statue of Admiral Miaoulis and the Hydra History Museum and Archive.

• In the centre of the port you will find the Monastery, the town hall, the Metropolis, or local bishop’s residence, and the Ecclesiastical Museum, as well as Pavlos Kountouriotis’ Square.

• If you continue along the line of the shore you will pass the fine old house of Pavlos Kountouriotis and arrive at Periptero, Spilia and Hydroneta, the perfect place to see the sunset! You will also see the houses of Lazaros Kountouriotis and Sachtouris.

• There are fascinating monasteries worth visiting, such as the Monastery of Profitis Ilias, where Theodoros Kolokotronis was imprisoned, and the Agia Efpraxia Convent, which has amazing views.

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Beaches Whether you are on foot or using a boat or water taxi, there are numerous lovely spots for swimming. We list a few of the best below: • Bisti: A small beach, with facilities, ideal for long swims and spear fishing.

• Agios Nikolaos: An extensive pebble beach with crystal-clear waters and trees stretching down to the water’s edge.

• Mandraki: A beach with facilities, a café and a taverna in front of the Miramare Hotel.

• Spilia and Hydroneta: Close to the harbour, a good place for swimming all day, diving from the rocks at Spilia or the jetty at Hydroneta.

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• Plakes Vlychou: A beautiful beach with crystal-clear waters, little tavernas and the little Church of Agia Paraskevi, built on the rock. Twenty minutes away on foot is the area of Palamida, where you will find a lovely sandy beach.

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• Agios Georgios: A beautiful beach on the western coast, close to the Bisti headland.

• Kaoumithi and Nissiza: Pebble and sand beaches, accessible by water taxi.

• Limnioniza: The best beach on the southern shoreline, with pebbles; ideal for underwater fishing.

• For the beaches on the northern coast, you will need to take one of the little fishermen’s boats or a water taxi.

• If you are visiting the island by yacht, you can moor in the main harbour, at Mandraki or at Molos, and to the west of the harbour, at Kamini or at Agios Nikolaos.

• Easter on Hydra – an experience you will never forget! On Good Friday there is a wonderful procession, a maritime take on the traditional Epitaphios, when the bier of the crucified Christ winds through the streets of the parish of Agios Ioannis, through the little neighbourhoods of Kamini, and ends up at the picturesque little harbour, where the local boys hold the bier on their shoulders. Prayers are chanted for sailors and sponge divers. This very old custom has been preserved down to the present day, designed to bless the waters of the sea.

• The Miaouleia, a significant festival held each year on the Saturday closest to June 21st. It is the culmination of three days of events honouring the memory of the great son of Hydra, Admiral Andreas Miaoulis, who played such an important role in the War of Independence. The events include traditional dancing, a re-enactment of the Battle of Gerontas, the burning of a Turkish frigate (a replica!) with stunning firework displays, as well as concerts, plays and art exhibitions.

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Kythera in brief

History Kythera lies at a crossroads of trade routes, carrying goods and cultures back and forth across the Mediterranean. It was here that Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, was said to have emerged from the waves, bequeathing to the island all her own charm, and it was here that she was worshipped, under the title Kytherean Aphrodite, the protector of love and desire. The Phoenicians brought to the island their knowledge of the murex, a sea snail from whose shell a deep purple dye was produced and used for the garments of rulers and kings. The islanders’ expertise in this process led to their home acquiring the name Porphyris or Porphyrousa. In Byzantine times the island was often attacked by pirates. In 1207 the Venetians annexed the island to their growing empire, and introduced a feudal system of land tenure and government. The island then took the name of Tsirigo. In the late 12th century the

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Kythera

The magical island of Kythera lies opposite Kavo Malias, the southernmost point of the Peloponnese, meeting place of the Ionian, Myrtoan and Cretan Seas. It is a fabulous place of crystal-clear waters, enchanting old villages, ancient fortifications rich in atmosphere and beautiful waterfalls. To get here, you need to take a ferry from Piraeus, Gytheio, Neapoli or Kissamos, on Crete. You can also fly from Athens in just 45 minutes. A crossroads of different cultural currents, Kythera is an exquisite combination of Greek tradition and western influence – which blend to give the island its own unique identity. There is a wonderful variety of landscape, which will enchant any visitor looking for unspoiled natural beauty. You can take romantic strolls through the narrow streets of Hora, up to the imposing fortifications, or walk out to the mountain villages; wander through the lovely unspoiled landscape, go swimming at fabulous beaches and enjoy magnificent, fresh seafood at a table by the water’s edge – just some of the enchanting experiences the island has to offer!

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fortified settlement of Agios Dimitrios was founded (now known as Palaiohora) on a steep hill, hidden from the view of the sea, with many churches and the ravine known as Kakia Langada. Legend has it that no fewer than 365 churches have been built on the island over the years – one for every day of the year. In 1537 pirates led by Hayreddin Barbarossa landed on the island and laid waste to it. In 1797 it passed from Turkish to French occupation, and was only united with the rest of Greece on May 21st, 1864.

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Sights • Hora, with its wonderful narrow streets and great atmosphere, is the capital of the island. Built high on a hill, it enjoys a fabulous view of the bays of Feloti and Kapsali. In the town square you will find the Town Hall and some cafés with excellent views of Hytra (or Avgo), a round rock in the sea marking the point, according to the myth, where Aphrodite was born from the sea.

• The Kythera Archaeological Museum is definitely worth a visit.

• Walk through the narrow streets of Hora and you will come to the mediaeval fortifications, known as the Kastro, which was home to the Venetian governor of the island. Among the more striking remains of the fortifications are the great cistern, the powder magazine and the Churches of Panayia Kastrini or Myrtidiotissa, Panayia Orfani, Pantokratoras and Agios Ioannis. You will also find a small Archaeological Museum which is well worth a visit.

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• There is an enchanting walk out to the mediaeval village of Messa Vourgo, with churches and fine old houses set in cobbled yards. The road out of Hora leading to the Belvedere district has a fantastic view of the fortifications, Kapsali and Mesa Vourgo.

• Definitely worth seeing: the magical Fonissa Waterfall, at the village of Mylopotamos, and the old water mills.

• There is a wonderful cave at Mylopotamos, known also as the Agias Sophias Cave, a few miles outside the village, with stalactites, stalagmites and stones of many different colours.

• The largest and busiest of the inland villages is Potamos.

• The most appealing of the mountain villages is Karavas, with its Amir Ali Spring.

• In the centre of the island lies Palaiohora, the Byzantine capital of the island, where a number of old churches have survived.

• Outside Livadi is the bridge of thirteen arches, built under British rule in 1826. The locals say that the British governor of the island, Mackwell, fell in love with a girl from the village of Katouni, and decided to have the bridge constructed so he could visit frequently to oversee the work and have a pretext to see his beloved. The more prosaic fact is that the bridge formed part of the road which was to join the capital of the island with the harbour of Avlemonas – a project which was never completed.

• Pitsinades is a lovely village with authentic, traditional houses.

• Avlemonas is one of the most beautiful villages on the island, with beautiful little coves that are perfect for swimming and a building with a sundial set into its façade, on the shore behind the village. The village is also home to the Castello, where a small garrison kept watch over the district and its harbour.

• Agia Pelayia is a seaside village, with many beaches, while Palaiopoli is believed to be the site of the Homeric city of Scandia.

• The most interesting of the monasteries is the Myrtidion Monastery.

• The Moudari Lighthouse stands on the northern tip of the island, on the Spathi headland. It was built in 1857, during the period of British administration. At 25m high, it is the tallest built by the British in Greece.

You can climb all the way to the top. The view from there is simply breathtaking!

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• The only harbour where larger vessels can moor is Diakofti.

• For wild nightlife you will head down to Kapsali, the harbour beneath Hora, which is full of tavernas, cafés and little bars on the waterfront.

• Kythera (Hora), Aroniadika, Kastrisianika, Kato Hora and Mylopotamos have all been preserved traditional settlements, with strict laws on new development.

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Beaches There are a number of enchanting beaches on the island where you can bask in the sun and bathe in the beautiful waters. We list a few here, but we are sure you will discover your own favourites too – there is something for every taste!

The best-known and best-loved of Kythera’s beaches are as follows: • Kaladi: The island’s most famous beach, with turquoise waters and caves just waiting to be explored, close to the village of Palaiopoli.

• Palaiopoli: The island’s largest beach, with both sand and pebbles, close to Avlemonas.

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• Fyri Ammos: A huge beach with red sand and steep rocks to the rear.

It lies close to the village of Kalamos, and is near Kombonada, an equally beautiful beach with pebbles and white sand.

• Agia Pelayia: A tourist resort with a continuous series of beaches, and easy access. At the end of the line of beaches is the lake, with its green waters, which is formed at the mouth of the Kakia Langada ravine, and a beach with crystal clear Blue Flag waters and a beach bar.

• Avlemonas: Surrounded by rocks – ideal for diving from and for sunbathing – this is a beautiful cove, with small tavernas serving fresh fish.

• Kapsali: Sand, pebbles and shallow waters; with cafés and small tavernas.

• Platia Ammos: A sandy beach with a view across to the Peloponnese.

Full facilities, with recliners and little tavernas.

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• Halkos: In the southeastern part of the island, close to Hora, a little bay with emerald waters set in a beautiful landscape.

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Not to miss • Strolling around the Venetian Castle and through the narrow streets of Hora and Mesa Vourgo.

• The opportunity to sample a rozé (a traditional sweet) or fatourada, a popular local drink.

• The superb food – fresh fish, seafood, cooked dishes, roast goat or other meat and fish grilled to order – at the taverns of Hora, Kapsali, Palaiopoli, Avlemonas and Agia Pelayia.

• The local oil rusks known as ladopaksimada, Mitato cheese, local honey and the flower arrangements featuring the island’s trademark sempreviva flowers – the yellow perennials which grow on the hillsides.

a ship, above the village of Livadi. From here you can see the beach at Melidoni, with panoramic views of almost the whole island. The monastery celebrates its feast day on August 1st.

• The market with local produce in the village of Potamos, held every Sunday morning.

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• The magical sunsets, best admired from the Monastery of Agia Elessa, perched on the mountainside carved by the elements into the form of

• Local festivals and feast days in Hora (all through August), Avlemonas (July 17th, feast of Agia Marina, and July 27th, feast of Agios Panteleimon), Mitata (August – wine festival), Diakofti (August 6th, at Agia Moni Monastery) and Livadi (August 1st, feast of Agia Elesa).

• Antikythera, the little island opposite Kythera – a lovely place for walks and swimming.

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Antikythera in brief Antikythera is a small island far from the maddening crowds of the city.

With ferry links to Piraeus, Kythera, Gytheio, Neapoli, Kissamos and Crete, Antikythera is the perfect place to relax. During the winter, the few permanent residents (30 at the last count) gather in Potamos, the capital town and harbour, but during the summer the whole island is full of people.

The island has a state-of-the-art helipad and a good road network. Here you can discover unspoiled areas, untouched by time, take fascinating walks and swim at dreamlike beaches with crystal-clear waters. In the picturesque tavernas of Potamos there are superb traditional dishes to sample, like wild goat stew, kalitsounakia (a kind of cheese tart, with mizithra cheese), freshly caught fish, mezes with ouzo, and excellent local wine. And before you leave, make sure you buy some of the island’s delicious thyme honey.

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Antikythera has been inhabited since the late Neolithic era. It was once known as Aigila or Aigilia, and these names gradually morphed into the more recent forms Lioi, Sigilio and Tsirigoto (Cerigotto – little Cerigo). At Kastro, above Xiropotamos Bay, there are the remains of an ancient walled city (late 4th – early 1st cent. BC). It was here that a votive statue of Apollo of Aigila was unearthed. In the waters off the island, in 1900, the famous statue, the Antikythera Ephebe, was discovered, as well as the famous Mechanism of Antikythera, the most sophisticated calculating machine to have survived from ancient times. All these finds are on display at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens.

Aigila was laid waste by the Romans in 69 BC, and at various times has been governed by the Venetians, Franks and British. It became part of the modern Greek State in 1864.

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Sights • Keen walkers can do the whole circuit of the island on foot. It is also worth visiting the Aigila archaeological site and taking a tour with one of the archaeologists.

• You should also see the Andronikos watermill at Potamos. One of the few surviving watermills in Greece, it was constructed early in the 19th century.

• You should also visit the fortifications at Xiropotamos, featuring both ancient and mediaeval remains. There is a Sanctuary of Apollo, and the remains of the ancient harbour.

• There are also lots of little chapels and windmills to visit, and good walks to be had to the villages of Harhaliana and Galaniana. There are superb views from the top of the island hills.

• Finally, you should definitely light a candle at the Church of Agios Myronas (the island’s patron saint), and admire the silver altar screen. If you are on the island on the saint’s feast day (August 16th-17th) you will get to experience an authentic traditional feast, with delicious wild goat, rice pilaf, handkneaded bread, as much wine as you can drink and live Cretan music and dancing.

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• At the southern tip of the island is the Apolytara Lighthouse, a striking piece of architecture built in 1926. You can drive most of the way (half an hour) and then finish the journey to the lighthouse on foot (another 30 minutes). In summer, if the sea is calm, you can come by boat; it takes about half an hour from the island harbour.

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Beaches

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There are three superb beaches on the island: • Xiropotamos: A pebble beach, exposed to the north, located just 5 minutes by sea or 30 minutes on foot from Potamos, close to the remains of the ancient city of Aigila.

• Kamarela: An area of outstanding natural beauty, on the western coast of the island. A true miracle of nature. Bathing here is sheer joy. The sea laps around a complex of rocks, with a large arch (kamara) from which the beach takes its name.

• Halara: Close to the harbour, this is the most family-friendly of the beaches, with crystal-clear waters; it is the ideal place to swim and sunbathe.

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• You can take a boat out to the tiny islands of Naftilos, Pori, Poreti, Thymontes, Pseira, Plakoulithra, Lagouvardos and Prasonisi – all of them home to rare species of birds.

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Poros

Poros in brief Poros lies in the warm embrace of the Argo-Saronic Gulf, and delights its visitors with its picturesque beauty and unspoiled natural landscape, where pine forests extend right down to the water’s edge. Hora – the island’s capital town and harbour – has retained all its picturesque charm, while at the top of the hill on which the town stands there is the impressive Clock Tower, the island’s emblem since 1927. Another advantage of Poros is its accessibility, with connections from Piraeus by ferry boat (2.5 hours), by hydrofoil (1 hour) or Flying Cat (80 minutes). You can also drive to Galatas (in 2 hours) and take a ferry to Poros, arriving in just five minutes. On the island there is lots to do: walking through the narrow streets of Hora, looking round the ancient Temple of Posseidon, swimming in the idyllic bays and coves, or exploring the island by bike. Poros is also famed for its water sports, with opportunities for water skiing, jet skiing and parasailing – with more laid-back options like inner tubes too! A number of schools, at Megalo Neorio and Askeli, will teach beginners. For those into diving, there are one-day excursions and longer trips to good diving locations.

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History Poros is actually a pair of islands: the first is known as Sphairia (it took its name from Sphairos, the chariot-driver of Pelops, who was dismissed from the employ of the latter and found refuge in Troezen, the realm of Pelops’ sons. They took him in, and when he died he was buried in Sphairia).

Sphairia is a small volcanic peninsula, on which the town of Poros is built.

The second of the two islands is Kalavria (meaning ‘good aura’). It is less well known, covered in dense pine forest and irrigated by many natural springs. In ancient times the whole island was known as Kalavria, and life here centred around the Sanctuary of the Temple of Poseidon (520 BC), in the northern part of the island. The island enjoyed its heyday from late prehistoric times to the 5th century BC.

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Poros was the site of a settlement dating from the early Bronze Age, located at Kavos Vassili, which is open to visitors. Also, on the uninhabited rocky island of Modi (1km east of Poros) archaeologists have uncovered an ancient maritime trading station from the Mycenaean period (13th century BC), and in the waters around the island an important shipwreck dating from the Bronze Age has been found.

Poros played an important part in the War of Independence of 1821. It was the seat of government from April 15th to June 16th, 1827, while in October 1828 it hosted the conference which determined the frontiers of the newlyestablished Greek state.

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Sights • The Poros quayside, where fishing boats and yachts jostle for space at the moorings, is the ideal place for a walk or a cycle ride. Along the shore you will pass imposing neoclassical houses, quite different from the simple, two-story houses at Brinia, Kasteli, Pounta and Mylos. Some of the most attractive neoclassical houses are the Villa Galini (1892), which has played host to a number of important guests, the Deimezi building, the Kapodistria house and the Griva building on Ai-Giorgi Square.

• It’s well worth making your way up the streets of Hora to explore the picturesque neighbourhoods of the upper town, enjoying the spectacular views from the Clock Tower.

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• Inside the town, the former residence of Prime Minister Alexandros Koryzis is now home to the Archaeological Museum. It is located in Koryzi Square and was founded at the initiative of the archaeologist Christos Fourniadis, who shouldered without assistance the heavy burden of rescuing the antiquities of Troezen.

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• You can drive out to the Temple of Posseidon, to see the remains of the Doric temple and enjoy the spectacular views. The site is open all year round and admission is free.

• Another place worth seeing is the Zoodochou Pigis Monastery, set deep in the pine forest, with a beautiful view out to sea. The Monastery was founded in 1720, in the sheltered bay of Kalavria, 4km east of the town.

Built in a fortified style, it played an important role in the War of Independence of 1821. It hosts the family tombs of Iakovos Tombazis, N. Apostolis and Admiral Miaoulis of Hydra. The chapel has a very impressive carved altar screen. Out in the bay you will see the little island of Bourtzi, with its fort, built in 1827 by the Bavarian Philhellene Heydek to protect the island’s harbour.

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• A walk through the famous Lemonodasos, or lemon grove, at Galatas.

This is a large area planted with more than 30,000 trees, with many natural springs and watermills, which has inspired numerous writers and artists.

Planting began in 1840. To get there, take a boat from Poros to Plaka, and from there it’s a short and romantic walk to the forest. You can also drive from Galatas. At the entrance to the forest is the Church of Agios Serafeim (1900). The forest has been declared as a site of natural beauty.

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Beaches • Monastiriou Beach: On the eastern coast of the island, beneath the verdant hill of the Zoodochou Pigis Monastery. This is a fully organised beach with umbrellas, recliners and a canteen; the waters are crystal-clear, ideal for water sports and underwater fishing.

• Mikro Neorio: Sandy beach with full facilities, including umbrellas and a small canteen. The pine forest stretches right down to the water’s edge.

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• Megalo Neorio: This is one of the finest sandy beaches on the island, with pine trees extending right down to the water. The beach is excellent for water sports and for beach tennis. There are also tavernas and a water skiing school.

• Askeli: The island’s main tourist resort – just a few kilometres north-east of the harbour. There is a big sandy beach and a school for water sports, as well as accommodation ideal for families, and a number of tavernas.

• Alyki: A beautiful sandy beach with shallow waters, ending in a small lagoon. It looks out towards the island of Bourtzi, which is within swimming distance. Alyki lies opposite Poros, next to the famous lemon grove.

• Kanali: Just 15 minutes from town, after the bridge which links the areas of Progymnastirio and Synoikismos. This is a beach with full facilities, a café and snack bar right at the water’s edge.

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• Vagionia: A peaceful beach, sand and pebbles, with full facilities in Vagionia Bay. It lies opposite Aegina and Piraeus and looks out over the open sea.

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It is ideal for underwater fishing and has recliners, umbrellas and a café-snack bar.

• Limanaki tis Agapis (Bay of Love): An idyllic haven set among the pine trees, with a sandy beach and turquoise waters. It has full facilities, including umbrellas and a canteen serving coffee, ice-cream, ouzo, beer and snacks. You can walk here from the harbour in 45 minutes.

• Russian Naval Yard: This is a picturesque bay with a sandy beach, and in the background the remains of the Russian naval yard (now listed as a protected site for its great architectural and historical value). Over the water lies the little island of Daskalio, and along the shore is the huge pebble beach of Gerolimenas, looking out over the rocky island of Petra.

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Not to miss • On June 24th, feast day of John the Baptist, do not miss the traditional fire-leaping event.

• Every second year, in the first fortnight of July, there is a Nautical Week, the most splendid of all the island’s festivals.

• In July and August all sorts of cultural events are staged in the main square, Plateia Iroon, including exhibitions of maritime items, sporting contests and concerts.

• Poros is a great place to enjoy freshly caught seafood and fish, kaloyeraki (aubergine stuffed with beef, cheese and bechamel sauce), shrimp pasta and all sorts of other dishes, best enjoyed with a glass of ouzo beside the sea.

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Methana

Methana in brief In the eastern Peloponnese, on the Argosaronic Gulf, lies the Methana peninsula. Created by volcanic eruption 2,300 years ago, this is an area which will delight the visitor with its volcanic landscapes, its healing springs, famous since ancient times, and its superb beaches and crystal-clear waters. Its rich history is still plain to see in the remains of the Acropolis of Ancient Methana, dating from the 4th century BC, on the hill at Palaiokastro, in the mediaeval Castle of Faviero, and a host of other sights! For a truly unique experience, ascend the Kameni Hora hill, to see the huge volcanic crater, with its impressive lava formations and panoramic sea view. Also worth a visit is the Church of Agios Nikolaos (15th century), the lakeside Cave of the Doves, and the pine-clad island of Agioi Anargyroi, reached from town by road. At Methana you can enjoy walks along signed trails, or just stroll around the harbour, where the fishermen return every morning with the night’s catch of fresh fish. You can get here by ferry or hydrofoil from Piraeus, or by road along the Athens-Corinth National Highway, travelling to Epidaurus and then on to Troezen - Methana.

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Sights

• The Volcano: The Methana peninsula was formed by the eruption of a volcano. It is mentioned in the writings of Strabo, Ovid and Pausanias.

The volcanic activity in the area has been dated to between 276 and 239 BC. To date, more than 30 volcanic craters have been found, of which the most impressive is to the north-west, above the village of Kameni Hora, with a diameter of 100m and a depth of about 40-50m. The volcanic lava stops just a few yards above the first houses of the village. The volcano is no longer active – so a walk up to the crater is quite safe, and a unique experience you shouldn’t miss! The path up to the crater from where you’ll leave your car (just after the village of Kameni Hora) takes you through a varied landscape that’s sure to take your breath away!

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• The Methana Springs: Methana is one of the most famous spa towns in Greece. The product of volcanic activity, Methana’s hot water springs are renowned for their healing properties since ancient times. Most of these springs are to be found in the town of Methana, or else in the area around Agios Nikolaos. The waters are believed to help in treating all sorts of ailments and conditions, and are said to reinvigorate even those already in good health. The town of Methana has 25 sulphur springs, forming a great lake, known as Vromolimni. Bathing here is believed to help sufferers from rheumatism, arthritis and skin complaints. The saltwater spring of Agios Nikolaos is located on the edge of the town of Methana. It rises up within a cave and is recommended for the treatment of gynaecological and skin problems. One of the most famous of all the Methana springs is the Spring of Pausanias, in the north-eastern part of the peninsula, with sulphurous water and a temperature of 29.5 degrees Celsius. Finally, at Methana you can also enjoy the beneficial properties of a natural seawater treatment, because the healing springs of the town issue into the sea close to the hydrotherapy centres of Agioi Anargyroi and Agios Nikolaos, and the mix of spring and sea water is believed to be excellent for both health and beauty.

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Beaches • Limnionas: Golden sands and turquoise waters, to the north of the town of Methana, with trees if you want some shade.

• Agios Nikolaos: To the north of Methana, a little beach just in front of the healing springs. At the end of the beach there is a basin carved into the rock, with traces of radium in the waters.

• Nissaki: An extensive beach formed by the narrow strip of land joining Methana to the area known as Nissaki. Facilities are provided, including recliners, umbrellas and a beach bar.

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• Foflakia: A little pebble beach set among rocks. Ideal for spear fishing.

• Agios Georgios: A sand and pebble beach with shallow waters, close to the Church of Agios Georgios, ideal for families with children.

• Agios Nikolaos Mouschas: A lovely pebble beach – the pebbles the colour of the volcanic rocks – and deep blue waters. With full facilities.

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Troezen in brief

The area of Troezen has been blessed with abundant natural gifts including enchanting beaches and crystal-clear waters, protected wetlands, rivers running through shady gorges and breathtaking ravines. The beautiful landscape is made even more inviting thanks to its quaint villages and hospitable local people. Visitors come from far and wide to admire sights like the Diavoyefyro, and archaeological sites such as the Palace of Theseus, the Sanctuary of Hippolytus, and the Asclepeion bear witness to the glorious past of the region. There are also churches, some Byzantine, some more recent, as well as stand-alone chapels to be found in the most remote and unlikely spots, adding their own mysterious charm. There is no doubt that Troezen is an ideal location for nature lovers, with its paths and trails through the lush countryside, as well as for those interested in exploring the rich cultural and historical legacy of the places they visit.

Troezen

The Municipality of Troezen was formed through the merger of the old Municipalities of Troezen and Methana, which took place in 2010 as a result of the Kallikrates Local Government Reforms. Its administrative headquarters are in Galatas. While Troezen is not an island, it has ample access to the deep blue waters of the Saronic Gulf from its protected position between the Ortholithi and Aderes mountain ranges. It is situated in the southeastern part of the Argolid peninsula, in the Peloponnese, and is 180km from Athens. You can reach it directly by road, or take a ferry or hydrofoil from Piraeus to Poros, where another ferry or water taxi will take you to Galatas in just five minutes.

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History

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Troezen boasts a rich cultural heritage. The ancient city is one of the oldest with surviving records, which tell us of its first king, Oros. Legend has it that the place name Troezen comes from Troizinas, the son of Pelops, when the king of the region was Pitheas. Archaeologists have uncovered a wealth of evidence to show the prominent position held by Troezen from the stone age down to modern times. As the home of Theseus and the setting of the dramatic myth of Hippolytus and Phaedra, this place has many links to the Homeric tradition and features in the works of the major tragic poets. It enjoyed great prosperity and influence in the Mycenaean period, and in classical times ancient Troezen was a powerful and illustrious city. The remains of the Acropolis of Ancient Methana, on the hill at Palaiokastro, are inconvertible evidence that there has been human habitation here since Neolithic times (5,000 BC). Traces of ancient dwellings have been found in the sea, the remains of the submerged city of Methana. The region also played a key part in the 1821 War of Independence.

It was in the town square that the 3rd National Assembly was held in March 1827, which proceeded to vote on the first-ever Constitution of Greece, and to elect Ioannis Kapodistrias as leader of the new state.

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Sights • One of the most remarkable sights in the area is the defensive tower, known as the Palace of Theseus. This was originally part of the wall of the ancient city of Troezen, dating from the 5th century BC, with fabulous views over to the coast at Pagona, now called Vidi.

• Another important sight to see is the Sanctuary of Hippolytus, a complex of sacred places outside the walls of ancient Troezen. To the north-west of the ancient city is the Asclepeion of Troezen, where you can see the remains of a fountain and other structures.

• On the road to the Palace of Theseus there is a dirt path leading to a natural bridge, the Diavologefyro, carved in the rock, which leads across the River Chrysorroas; it is almost concealed in a ravine of rocks, waterfalls and pools – a setting of incredible beauty.

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• To the west of the town of Troezen, you will come across the Rock of Theseus, beneath which, according to the ancient myth, the hero’s father Aegeus concealed a knife and pair of sandals for his son. Theseus found them, after lifting the rock on the instructions of his mother, and managed to make his way to Athens. To the right of the rock are the foundations of the Temple of Aphrodite of the Heights.

• One of the most attractive locations in the area is Lake Psifta, a shallow lagoon, which in December is visited by a host of lovely white swans.

• You should also take the time to light a candle at the Keharitomeni Monastery, and at the little churches of Agios Panteleimon, Agia Paraskevi and Agios Ioannis.

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Beaches • Achladitsa: A sand and pebble beach, with facilities including recliners and umbrellas.

• Psifta: This extensive pebble beach lies before the lake of the same name.

The beach is divided into two sections by some imposing rocks, and then leads on to join another pebble beach, known as Xerolimni.

• Kyani Akti: A beautiful beach with small pebbles, sand and crystal-clear waters, just outside Galatas. The view of Poros from here is amazing.

• Plaka: To the southeast of Galatas, a sandy beach with deep blue waters.

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• Kalloni: One of the area’s best-loved beaches, ideal for windsurfing.

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Salamina in brief Salamina – endowed with a rich cultural heritage, great natural beauty and some wonderful churches and monasteries – is the largest island in the Saronic Gulf, and the closest to Athens, just a short hop over from Perama.

Salamina has produced many great men: it was the native island of the Homeric hero Ajax, and of the great tragic poet Euripides. In the War of Independence of 1821, General Georgios Karaiskakis made his headquarters here. The island was also home to the poet Angelos Sikelianos, who drew inspiration from its unique beauty. But perhaps most important of all, it was the site of the great naval battle of 480 BC, which sealed the fate of the Persians’ attempt to conquer Greece.

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History The island was first named by its legendary king Cychreus, in honour of his mother (sister of Aegina and daughter of the river god Asopus). We also encounter other names in the literary sources, such as Pityousa (from the word pitys – pine tree), Skiras (from the hero, Skiros) and Cychreia (from the aforementioned king). It was sometimes also referred to as Koulouri (from the name of the promontory Kolouris akra).

Archaeologists have made significant discoveries here, including the cave where Euripides is believed to have written many of his plays, the Mycenaean acropolis and the Sanctuary of Dionysus.

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Sights • The two windmills, built in the 18th century, adorning the Agios Nikolaos hill.

• The Panayia Faneromeni Monastery, in the northwestern part of the island.

The monastery was built in the 17th century by the Blessed Laurentius and boasts some important religious paintings. The monastery celebrates its feast day on August 23th.

• The house of Angelos Sikelianos, all dazzling white, and adorned with a bust of the famous poet. The house stands almost directly opposite the entrance to the Faneromeni Monastery.

• The Euripideio Theatre, on Patris Hill, a short distance from Salamina town.

Built in 1993, the theatre has a magical view of the bay where the Battle of Salamina was fought.

• The Church of Panayia Eleftherotria, on Patris Hill.

• The Tomb of Georgios Karaiskakis, a hero of the Greek War of Independence, which was reconstructed in 1996. The freedom fighter’s bones are preserved in the Church of Agios Dimitrios, and there is a bust commemorating him in the gardens.

• The Museum of Folk Art and History, and the Public Library, both housed in the premises of the New Town Hall.

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• The Church of Agios Minas and the Church of Agios Dimitrios, in the centre of town, with works by the famous local painter Polychronis Lembesis and the sculptor from Tinos, Yiannoulis Halepas.

• The historic Agios Nikolaos Lemonion Monastery (17th cent.) and the little Church of Agios Ioannis Kalyvitis (10th cent.) in the south of the island, towards Kanakia.

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• The Cave of Euripides, located close to Peristeria bay. The cave was excavated by archaeologist Yiannis Lolos (1994 -1997) and appears to have been the retreat used by the great tragic poet, where he could be left in peace to write. It is likely that the great tragedy Hippolytus was composed here.

• The Archaeological Museum of Salamina, located in the centre of town, houses finds from the Cave of Euripides and from other digs conducted around the island.

• The Burial Mound of the Fallen at Salamina, at Kynosoura.

• The stone lighthouse on the Lykopoulo promontory, between Peristeria and Kolones.

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Beaches The island’s best beaches are on the southern coastline, like the sandy NATO beach (at Aianteio), the Ajax Club (pebble and sand) and Kanakia (a big pebble beach with magnificent waters and a little harbour serving as a safe haven to moor boats). There is also a fine beach at Kolones, with pebbles and tamarisk trees for shade. Peristeria is also a well-loved beach, next to the Church of Agios Nikolaos, with small tavernas serving fresh fish and seafood. The best of the north-western beaches is Iliakti, with pebbles, sand and crystalclear waters. Vasilika is popular with young crowds and has splendid, deep blue waters. The Zefyros (at Aianteio) and Spithari (at Resti) beaches have full facilities. All these beaches can be reached easily by car, by sea or using the local bus service.

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Not to miss • Freshly caught fish and seafood in the tavernas and ouzeri of Salamina town, at Aianteio, Selinia or Kaki Vigla. You should also try the local traditional specialties, like galaktoboureko (phyllo pastry with custard), squash pies, carrot pies and traditional pancakes.

• There are a number of cultural events held each year, the most important among them being the Salamineia festival every September, which commemorates the anniversary of the historic naval battle.

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• Walks through the island’s two enchanting pine forests (Faneromeni in the north-western part of the island, and Kanakia to the south), or jogging, mountain biking and / or horse-riding; these are all ideal ways to explore the fabulous natural landscape.

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Spetses in brief Spetses is a place of cosmopolitan charm and traditional values, with a dense pine forest which extends right down to the water’s edge. Visitors are invariably delighted and fascinated by its traditional houses, once the homes of successful merchant sailors, the picturesque narrow streets and fabulous beaches. There are wonderful rides available by horse-drawn carriage or bicycle, and the night life here is lively and varied.

As no cars are allowed, the only way to travel around the island is by the picturesque one-horse carriages, which are available to take visitors on idyllic rides from Dapia to the Old Harbour, or the Church of Agia Paraskevi. In the summer season there are two starting points for the carriages: one at the exit from the main port, and one on the other side of the port, in the square in front of the Poseidonion Hotel. The first of these carriages was introduced to the island in 1950. In the old days, the carriages gave tourists guided tours to Agia Marina, Vrellos, Ligoneri and Kouzounos, as well as various points out in the countryside. They would also help bring visitors from the port to their hotels, and in the evening from the hotels to the various restaurants and night clubs.

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You can reach Spetses with a boat ride from Piraeus in just 2.5 hours or you can drive to Kosta, close to Porto Heli in the Peloponnese in about the same amount of time. As there are no cars allowed on the island, you’ll leave your car there and make the fifteen-minute crossing by fisherman’s boat or water taxi.

Nowadays, apart from the carriages, there are bicycles or motor bikes available for all-day hire. Dapia, with its picturesque harbour, is a popular meeting place, where you can drink a coffee and enjoy a traditional almond pastry.

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History The island has been inhabited since about 8000 BC. It is mentioned by the ancient writers Strabo and Pausanias under the name Pityousa. The modern name, Spetses, comes from the Italian Isola di Spezzie (Isle of the Spices), the name given to it by the Venetians.

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The island prospered and eventually became one of the leading centres of shipbuilding in Greece. During the years of Turkish occupation, the islanders converted their large merchant fleet into naval vessels for use under the Russian Count Orlov, during conflict with the Ottomans. In 1821 Spetses, Hydra and Psara were the first Greek islands to join the War of Independence. The naval battle of Spetses was a key moment in the conflict, involving prominent figures in the insurrection: Hatziyiannis Mexis, Kosmas Barbatsis and the legendary Laskarina Bouboulina, the only female admiral in world history! When Dimitrios Ypsilantis besieged Nafplio from the land, and Bouboulina from the sea, the Turks attempted to break the siege using their fleet, bringing the beleaguered city much needed food and munitions. Battle broke out at the straits of Spetses and the Greek vessels from the island, together with others which had sailed up from Hydra and Psara, decisively repelled the Turkish fleet.

Every September the island organises the spectacular Armata Festival, commemorating the great naval battle of September 8th, 1822. The same day there are also celebrations for the feast day of Panayia Armata.

Sights Your starting point for most of the island’s sights will be the main port, Dapia.

The name means gun emplacement, and this is where the island’s great cannon were stationed at the time of the uprising against the Turks in 1821.

The port is where the hydrofoils and smaller water taxis have their moorings.

We list below a number of places worth visiting:

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• The house of local benefactor Sotirios Anargyros, a member of the illustrious Anargyroi family, has stood in Spetses for centuries. Born in 1849, he made a huge contribution to the life of the island, purchasing and reforesting large areas of land, and replanting the pine forest which was threatened by uncontrolled felling. He also built the Poseidonion Hotel, the pride of the island, which attracted guests of the highest social standing – reigning monarchs among them. Finally, in 1927, he founded the Anargyreio and Koryialeneio School of Spetses, which did much to enhance the education and cultural life of the island.

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• The House of Laskarina Bouboulina, is located just 100m from Napia, and is the ideal place to learn more about the great heroine of the War of Independence: her birth and upbringing, her illustrious role in the struggle for liberation, her sacrifices for her native land... and her tragic end. The house has displays of personal items, old books, portraits, maps, replicas of ships, embroidery, as well as a superb carved Florentine ceiling in the main drawing room, and all sorts of other fascinating exhibits.

• The House of Hatziyiannis Mexis, the island’s first governor, is now home to the Spetses Museum. Its collection features ceramics from the Early Helladic and Classical periods, Roman and Byzantine statuaries, ecclesiastical artefacts, local costumes, the Flag of the War of Independence, weapons, portraits, watercolour paintings and rare ships’ figureheads.

• The Old Harbour, mooring place for local fishing boats but also sailboats and luxury yachts. An ideal place to sit by the sea and enjoy a delicious plate of fish mezes and a glass of ouzo.

• The boatyards of the shipbuilders in the Old Harbour. The craftsmen will be happy to chat with visitors and explain how they work. Afterwards, take a walk to the Spetses Lighthouse – one of the first to be built in Greece – and the Panayia Armata Church, which celebrates its feast day in September, at the same time as the Armata Festival.

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Beaches

Spetses

Spetses has fabulous beaches, with crystal-clear waters. In the summer season boats and coaches leave Dapia every day to take bathers to the beaches, of which we list the most important below: • Agia Paraskevi: Beautiful emerald-green waters, with pine trees coming right down to the shore. The beach has organised facilities, with a beach bar and taverna.

• Agioi Anargyroi: This is a pebble beach, set in a lush, green bay on the western side of the island. There is a taverna and recliners, umbrellas for hire, etc. From the northern end of the beach there is a path which leads to the Bekiris Cave.

• Agia Marina: Located in the north-eastern part of the island, in a verdant bay, the beach has full facilities, including water sports, a restaurant and beach bar.

• Xylokeriza: In the south of the island, with a canteen and other organised facilities.

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• Zoyeria: A beautiful little bay to the north of the island, with a pine forest and a small tavern.

• Anargyreio School Beach: This beach is located to the north-west of Spetses town and has full facilities, including water sports, a beach bar and restaurant.

• Ligoneri: A quiet beach surrounded by pine trees in the northern part of the island.

• Vrellos: Located close to Ligoneri, with a great beach bar.

• Agios Nikolaos: A small beach on the road to the Old Harbour; it lies just below the church of the same name.

• Agios Mamas: A small beach in the town of Spetses.

Not to miss • The fresh fish and seafood, as well as the traditional Spetses baked fish, at the small tavernas of the Old Harbour. Fish is always best enjoyed right by the water’s edge!

• The millefeuille and traditional almond pastries, best enjoyed in the cafés and patisseries of Dapia and along the coastal road.

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• All-night entertainment at the island’s bars, with excellent music and cool, refreshing cocktails.

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The spectacular Armata Festival Every September Spetses comes alive with a dazzling programme of events, held to commemorate the naval battle of Spetses (September 8th, 1822).

The same day is also the feast day of Panayia Armata. Every year on the first Saturday after September 8th the port of Spetses is the scene for the burning of a replica of the Turkish flagship, and the evening culminates in a spectacular firework display.

The battle is also commemorated with a week of cultural events, featuring concerts by well-known singers, exhibitions of paintings and photographs, performances of traditional dances, theatre performances and all sorts of other activities...

An experience definitely not to be missed!

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