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Aegina
Aegina is located in the bay of Argosaronikos a few hours away from the bustling capital of the country. It has a long history, having played an important role many times during the existence of the Greek state and especially during the Greek Revolution of 1821. The island is famous for its pistachios, cultivated on its soil since 1860, and are among the highest quality and best-known varieties internationally.
The island has a special beauty and is a pole of attraction for both Greeks and foreigners as it remains unadulterated combining tradition and modern comforts. The town and the small villages make up a beautiful setting, with picturesque narrow streets, scattered monasteries, archaeological sites, and charming beaches.
If you choose Aegina as your destination, you can experience a uniquely beautiful island. Approaching the town, you will notice the well-preserved neoclassical buildings of the coastal avenue as well as the small church of Agios Nikolaos welcoming you to the port. In Aegina, natural beauty is combined with history and culture. Whether you cruise around the island on one of our luxury boats or choose to walk among the traditional buildings, you will discover idyllic landscapes and crystal-clear beaches with turquoise waters. The island is famous for its archaeological sites and monasteries, located both in the capital and various villages.
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Leaving the comforts of your boat for a new exploration, you will be able to visit the temple of Athena of Aphaia, the most important monument of the island and a wonderful example of architecture and particular beauty. This Doric temple dates back to 500 BC, and its most impressive part is its sculpted pediments, a large part of which are on display in the Munich Glyptotheque. Continuing your exploration of the island, you will also discover the Temple of Apollo Delphinus a monument that was a religious center of antiquity and dates back to the 6th century BC.
Leaping in time, visitors can visit the Monastery of Agios Nektarios, one of the largest and most beautiful monasteries in the Balkans. It is worth mentioning that the monastery was built in the 19th century on the site where a Byzantine church used to stand. It is also worth visiting the Cathedral of Aegina, the first Cathedral in Greece, and the building that housed both Ioannis Kapodistrias and the first parliament of the modern Greek state.
If you want to discover more of Aegina’s hidden secrets, it is worth visiting some small villages with a unique and traditional character. Agia Marina, Perdika, Souvala, Kypseli, Agii, and Vagia are some villages that will leave you completely satisfied. In them, you will be able to find quaint shops and taverns and experience the culture and tradition of Greece firsthand. The above settlements have excellent beaches, with blue waters and golden sandy beaches, ideal for swimming and bathing.
Whether you choose to wander around the island or take a boat ride around it, one thing is for sure Aegina will allow you to discover a different and special place. Our luxurious yachts are equipped and ready to offer you all the high-quality amenities so that you can make your holidays in Aegina a complete success.
