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IN ANCIENT TIME IT WAS CALLED APEROPIA, BECAUSE OF THE INFINITE VIEW OFFERED FROM ABOVE
Dokos Island is an untouched place from the reconstruction, due to the fact that it has been declared an archeological site. It is mountainous and rocky, and the whole east, west and south side are without port, while only in the north, Skindou bay is a good anchorage.
The island is inhabited by a few natives and the visitor has the pleasure of seeing animals move freely on it. Three donkeys, some free turkeys, a few hens and a few goats roaming freely, create an incredibly bucolic setting.
ITS NAME IS DEBTED TO THE MYTHICAL HERO HERMION, SON OF EUROPE, WHO ESTABLISHED THE ANCIENT CITY OF HERMION
Ermioni is a beautiful town built next to the pine-covered cape "Bisti", on the edge of the Argolic Peninsula, which has as its main feature, the intense island color.
The main occupation of its inhabitants is the cultivation of olives. In recent decades, the area has developed into a tourist destination, locals are also active in the tourism sector.
Rocks, caves, lush vegetation and the church of Saint Nikolas built since 1740, around which we find parts of a medieval wall, are one of the most important sights of the area, with the old historic bridge leading you through a magnificent place with pine trees. and running water in the picturesque neighboring village of Fourni.
BEACHES WITH TRANSPARENT WATERS, SURROUNDED BY THE BLESSED LANDSCAPE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
Porto Heli is built on its sheltered bay, overlooking the ruins of the ancient city of Fishermen. In the marina and throughout the beach you will enjoy your walks in the shops, restaurants and hotels.
You can swim and enjoy the sea, on the beaches of Porto Heli, in Ververonda with its crystal clear waters and beach bars, in Hinitsa with its blond sand and pines or in Kounoupi which is a continuation of Agios Emilianos.
A few kilometers south of Porto Heli, is the area of Agios Emilianos with the church of the same name, from where the view to the island of Spetses is fantastic. In the area of Agios Emilianos, you can swim in wonderful coves with green-blue waters.
SPETSES, THE ISLAND OF MATROZOS AND BOUBOULINA WHICH WAS FAIRLY RECOGNIZED FOR ITS INVALUABLE OFFER IN THE GREEK REVOLUTION OF 1821
Here History meets nature and tradition. The amazing combination of pine and sea, creates unique images of natural beauty. Lacy beaches with blond sand, sparkling pebbles and crystal clear sapphire waters, offer the visitor moments of peace and carefreeness.
At the same time it retains features that remain unchanged over time.
The mansions of the captains of the last century with their peculiar architecture, the picturesque post-Byzantine churches, the historical museums, the streets with the pebbles of Spetses, the famous carnagia and the picturesque carriages, are traditional elements that manage to excite the visitors for many not only.
POROS IS THE ISLAND OF TRANQUILITY AND CAREFREENESS. IT IS GREEN WITH PINE TREES WHICH REACH ITS BEACHES
At the beach of Poros that starts from Stavros and reaches the western pier of the new port of Poros, at the Gimnastirio, here beats the heart of the cosmopolitan life.
Along the pier the visitor meets in a row, a number of tourist shops, cafes, restaurants, taverns, grills, many bars with Greek and foreign music and the cinema of Poros.
The city of Poros is built amphitheatrically above the port. You can wander the picturesque alleys of the city and admire the neoclassical buildings, the white whitewashed houses with beautiful balconies full of bougainvillea, the flowered corners and the small colorful shops.
METHANA IS A WONDERFUL DESTINATION, A BREATH FROM ATHENS, IDEAL PLACE FOR FAMILY AND SAFE HOLIDAYS
Loutropolis of Methana is a resort area whose image has been lost from most classic tourist areas for years.
It is a romantic destination, family and alternative tourism, dominated by simplicity, contact with nature and crystal clear beaches. It is an area that lacks the intense tourist environment, but it is ideal for those who are looking for real relaxation, tranquility and the desire to explore the area bit by bit and discover its true beauties.
Hiking on the volcano trails, swimming, fishing or water activities on the green beaches, fresh fish and seafood in the fishing villages are just some of the things that one can enjoy on this Argosaronikos peninsula.
CHARACTERISTIC PICTURE IN THE CITY OF AEGINA ARE THE MONIPPA TROLLEYS, WHICH STOP CROSSING THE COASTAL ROAD OF THE ISLAND, FULL OF GREEKS AND GREEKS
The city of Aegina is located on the west side of the island, built amphitheatrically at sea. The first impression comes from the neoclassical buildings, located along the beach, with their earthy colors.
At the entrance of the port, the white church of Saint Nikolas the Thalassinos welcomes the visitor and below old cafes, grocery boats, fish taverns and monuments, from when the Governor of Kapodistrias made Aegina the government seat of Greece.
Inside, the colorful houses with small courtyards, with trees and flowers, other blue, green, red and white, are located in narrow alleys, between picturesque shops and taverns.
IT IS A SMALL PARADISE OF THE ARGOSARONIKOS, DROWNED IN THE GREEN, WITH THE PINE TREES "TOUCHING" THE BLUE WATERS
The general picture presented by Agistri island is completely different from that presented by other islands that are flooded every year by mass tourism.
It is perhaps one of the last romantic destinations in Greece, which gradually became a pole of attraction and inspiration for many artists.
In Agistri you will find lush pine forests, traditional color, quiet, serenity, but also intense nightlife for those who wish.
Agistri is surrounded by lacy beaches, with crystal clear and blue waters. There are places for swimming, water sports, fishing and some of them are ideal for children, as they are very safe.
