The beautiful island of Aegina is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Greece. It boasts unique archaeological sites and cultural centers; its fabulously beautiful scenery complements the rich historical heritage of Aegina. More recently, main visitors of the island were guests from Greece, but today you can meet here travelers from all over the world.
Every tourist should know that Greek people have their own gestures. They raise their eyebrows and their whole head upwards, while softly clicking with their tongue. It means «no». When … Open
Aegina is rich with a large variety of attractions. The island competed with Athens for the title of the largest, richest and most powerful city of Ancient Greece. Aegina was Inhabited in … Open
The legendary Kivernio is situated in the city center; the first government of independent Greece was there. This stone building that is unremarkable at first glance influenced on many important historical events. In the mid19th century, it was the residence of the Bishop of Aegina, in the second half of the 19th century refugees of Cretan Revolution were hiding in its walls. At the turn of the 19th-20th centuries the building was housing a girls school. Later it was turned into the archaeological museum. During the Second World War, German occupiers converted this building in the barracks, and after the war, the building was restored and the school was opened there. Since 1981, Kiverino has being the permanent location of the Historical Archive. This unique building has witnessed the most important historical events that have had to go through the island over the past 200 years.
If you visit Aegina, be sure to go on a sea trip around the coastline. Firstly, it is an opportunity to enjoy picturesque landscapes. Secondly, you can find a secluded beach, where you can … Open
Aegina is a wonderful destination for entertainment and beachside recreation. There are more than twenty beaches on the island in total, and all of them are open for everyone. As a rule, the most popular and crowded beaches are located not far from the island’s capital. Avra and Kolona beaches have won love and dedication of numerous tourists. Young travelers, in their turn, usually enjoy visiting Eginitissa Beach because there are many charming restaurants, bars, and cafes nearby. On weekends, loud discos are always open on the beach.
Aegina represents a decent selection of picturesque beaches and there won’t be a trouble to get there. The most crowded and popular site on the island is the sandy beach of Agia … Open