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The Saronic Gulf islands are among the
Athenians favorite resorts as they are located close to the
capital. Each one of the five islands has its own character and
color. The varied landscape and ancient archeological sites are a
magnet for both Greeks and visitors from abroad. The Saronic islands of Aegina, Poros,
Angistri, Hydra, Dokos, Spetses and the Peloponnesian coast offer
smooth sailing sheltered from strong winds. Here, the Meltemi (winds
from the North, usually strong especially in July and August)
does not blow as regularly as it does in the Cyclades or the
Dodecanese, if it does blow from North to North East, its
strength is usually about force 4-5, it is normally less around
the Methana peninsula and Poros.
If the Meltemi does not blow, the
wind is generally from the South, force 2-3. In the Hydra Gulf
and Argolic Gulf, the wind is mostly from the South East, blowing
force 3-5 dying down at night.
According to legend, Aegina was named after the daughter of
Asopos. She was kidnapped by Zeus who brought her to the then,
uninhabited island. There, they bore a son named Aiakos, who
later became king of the island. The archeological record shows
the island to have been inhabited since the Neolithic period and
is thought to be the birthplace of the poet, Aristophanis.
The works of Pausanios state that the temples of Aphrodite, Apollo, Artemis, Dionisos and Asklipios were located near the harbor. A pillar has been recovered from the temple of Apollo (Doric period - 6th century B.C.). It can be seen on the small picturesque hill named Kolonas. The most important archeological site is located on the east of the island near Agia Marina where the temple of Aphaia is to be found. Aphaia is an ancient goddess and protector of the island.
Apart from ancient ruins and
relics the island has many sandy beaches for those who love the
sea. The visitor can also find lots of small picturesque fishing
villages and a varied landscape throughout the island. To the
south of the capital lies the seaside village of Marathonas and
along the coast is the beautiful fishing village of Perdika where
small boats take visitors to the islands of Angistri and Moni.
Poros
Poros is a
volcanic island which was created from the joining of Kalavria
and Sveria. It is located very close to Argolida in the
Peloponnese, separated only by a very narrow channel. The ancient
ruins of the Temple of Poseidon are to found 5 km from the main
town, on the road to the monastery of Zoodochos Pighis. The
temple was built in the 6th century B.C. According to legend,
this is where Dimosthenis drank the "konio" poison and
died.
The town of Poros is built
in keeping with Greek island tradition with blue and white colors.
On the road to Neorio there are numerous small inlets with sandy
beaches and pine trees which almost reach the sea. Approaching
the island from the sea provides an unforgettable view. On the
other side of the town, small boats take visitors to Argolida,
where there is a large lemon orchard.
Spetses
Spetses is
located at the entrance of the Argolikos bay. The island has been
inhabited since 2,000 B.C. and ancient ruins have been found at
Agia Marina along with clay utensils and idols. In ancient times
the island was called "Pytiousa" since it was covered
with pine trees. Today, the island is famous its unique
architecture, picturesque mansions and varied landscape. Also of
note is the landscape with a beautiful combination of pine trees,
rocks, sand and sea. Motor vehicles are not allowed on the island
and the most popular means of transport are by horse and cart or
bicycle.
The most famous sites are the mansion of Bouboulina, the heroine of the 1821 revolution along with the mansion of Mexis which has now been turned into a museum. Also of note is the church of Agia Marina. Among the beaches on the island, the most well known are Agii Anargyri and Agia Paraskevi.
Suggested 7 days charter
sailing destinations
Day 1: Athens - Souvala-Aegina
Day 2 : Aegina - P .Epidavros- Poros
Day 3 day : Poros - Hydra
Day 4 : Hydra - Dokos - Spetses
Day 5 : Spetses - - Poros
Day 6 : Poros - Angistri - Athens
The sailing time
every day is about 5 hours
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