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Saronic Islands: Picturesque fishing villages with rich history and tradition

Saronic Islands


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Between Attica and north-eastern coasts of Peloponnese, the small but very beautiful cluster of islands of Argosaronikos Gulf is found. Agistri, Aegina, Poros, Salamina, Spetses, Hydra and the peninsula of Methana impress the visitor with the beautiful natural landscapes, the large history and tradition and also the possibilities that they offer for sports, entertainment and good food.

The islands of Argosaronikos Gulf, thanks to the small distance from the capital and the regular transport from Piraeus port constitute an ideal destination for lasting many days holidays and also for lasting a few days trips.

 

Saronic Islands Map

Argosaronikos islands have been inhabited since prehistoric age, and in the next years they knew a particular growth in the sectors of trade and shipping. Their contribution in the Greek Revolution 1821 was inestimable and decisive.

The natural sights, the clean coasts with the calm seas, the lee creeks, the rich vegetation, the picturesque villages, the settlements with the particular architecture and the ancient monuments attract and entrance the visitor.

These islands constitute an outstanding gaud of island Greece and assemble every year, in winter as well as in summer, too many Greek and foreign tourists, that search for a place in order to have lovely holidays, relax coming in view of the natural beauty of the landscape, escape from the beaten track and be lost into the island atmosphere, that the beautiful natural harbors, the stone bench of houses and the scenic cobbled roads create.

Nevertheless, each island maintains its own unique character. Verdurous Agistri with the beautiful beaches, much-frequented Aegina, Poros with the unique natural beauty, overgrown and historical Salamina with the scenic small ports, Spetses with the secluded beaches and the pinewoods, cosmopolitan Hydra, and famous Methana for its therapeutic Baths, compose an island cluster of incomparable charm.

The islands of Argosaronikos Gulf invite you to know them closely and promise you unforgettable holidays.

Saronic Islands Photos