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Aegina
Town
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Aegina town, where the main port is , is 14 kms from Aghia Marina and can be easily reached by local bus. The fish market on the front, opposite the harbour is worth a visit. The harbour is crescent shaped and there are plenty of shops, cafes and tavernas. |
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Aghios
Nektarios Monastery
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The
Monastery (a convent) is named after its founder who died in 1920 and
was canonised in 1961. His relics are preserved in the first chapel.
Located at 15-minute busride from Aghia Marina: open daily. No shorts
and ladies modestly attired.
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Afaia
Temple
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The
temple is one of the most beautifull classical temples in Greece and
also the oldest surviving, stands on the top of a pine-clad hill above
Aghia Marina. The first temple on the site (700 BCE) was dedicated
to Afaia, a deity from Crete.
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Archaelogical
site of Kolona with Museum
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The
hill of Kolona, a 10 minute walk north of Aegina town, was inhabited
from prehistoric times through the classical period. Extensive walls
and foundations have been discovered and excavations are still in process.
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Christos
Capralos
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The
Christos Capralos museum, lies on the northwestern side of Aegina,
on the coastal road. The works exhibited in the museum are of marble,
Aeginean porous stone and wood; there are also exhibits of paintings,
terracotta and ceramics.
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Faneromeni
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At
a 15 minutes walk from Aegina town, there is a small underground church
dating from the 13th century. The icon of the Virgin in the second
chapel, was found in the cave behind the alter.
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Flowers
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When you
visit the island in springtime you will experience a green island with
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Omorfi
Eklesia
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Omorfi
Eklesia, the "beautiful church", is a tiny 13th century chapel,
its interiour completely covered with frescoes. Located just outside
Aegina town, it is kept locked. If you want to visit it apply to the
museum. |
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Monastery
of Chrysoleonitissa
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The monastery
is now a convent and lies high in the central hills. You can reach it
by heading along the road which starts opposite Aghios Nektarios. The
last 300 metres you will have to walk. |
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Mount
Oros
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Mount
Oros, 532 metres, sanctuary of Hellanios Zeus. A tiny chapel crowns
the highest mountain on the island and on its lower slopes stand the
church of Taxiarchis on an ancient site. Beside it rise a wide stepped
road and a plygonal wall of the hellenistic period.
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Palaiochora
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The
ruins of this medieval city cover the hill behind the Monastery of
Aghios Nektarios. This is where the islanders used to take refuge from
pirates and invasions. Once a small city of 300 churches, some
32 frescoed churches (13th to 17th century) are still preserved.
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Pacheia
Rachi
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Visit
the quiet old village of Pacheia Rachi. Situated next to Mount Oros
at 225 metres. Wander through the few little streets and see some really
old and some very nice newly built houses. From the village you can
experience some lovely views.
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Perdika
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On
the Southern edge of the island lies the small fishing village of Perdika.
This is perhaps one of the most picturesque spots on the island, and
also a good place to eat as there is a wide range of tavernas, many
of whom specialise in fish dishes.
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Tower
of Markellos
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The
pink Tower, built in 1802 and located approximately 50 yards from the
church of Aghios Nikolas, is the Tower of Markellos. The Tower housed
in 1826 Capodistrias' government until the Governor's Residence, known
as the "Palace of Barbayannis" was built.
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Waterpark
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A
water heaven is waiting for you in Aegina, the beautiful Greek island,
that offers unforgettable summer images of fun and enjoyment. Water
Park is close to the sea at Faros area and is the perfect choice to
spend your time under the sun and into the water.
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