Aegina - the best travel destination.
Aegina (Greece) is one of the most attractive places for its excellent beaches, clear seas and fine climate. It is a very picturesque island with idyllic landscapes and a vivid nature element.
At the center of the Saronic Gulf, between Athens, Corinth and Epidaurus, the small island of Aegina possesses one of the most unique natural locations in Greece. Many visitors also choose Aegina for a brief escape on their weekends. The coastal and piney village of Agia Marina with the homonymous church is a settlement that attracts many visitors, as it is the region where the renowned Doric sanctuary of Athina Afea dominates in dignity. Paleohora, a ruined town that used to be the capital of the island, has 28 churches full of magnificent stone icon screen and wall paintings as well as a ruined medieval castle and two superb Crete monasteries.
The town of Aegina presents a particularly characteristic picture with its blue domes of the churches, the yellow and pink facades of the houses, the wonderful alleys and the pretty little shops. The metropolis, the orphanage, the government house, the ruins of the post roman fortification and of the sanctuary of Ellanios Zeus, the Temple of Apollo, the baluster of the Doric sanctuary of Apollo, the spectacular archaeological and folklore museum, the temple of Hellanios Dias (Zeus), Kapralo's museum (with art and sculpture), Palaia Hora (Byzantine Aegina), The Temple of Aphaia (a local goddess, related to the Cretan goddess Britomaris), the monastery of Aghios Nektarios and many other interesting places,which are all embellished even more by the pure natural beauty , are the main sightseeing of the town of Aegina.
The places you may visit or select as the place of your stay, besides the town of Aegina, are Aghia Marina, which has a wonderful sandy beach with amazing natural beauty, Souvala, which is famous for its healing hot springs, the picturesque fishers' villages of Vaia and Perdika famous for their crystal and clean beaches, the beautiful beaches of Marathonas and Aeginitissa, the inland village of Mesagros, which is famous for its ceramics, and of course the coastal village of Souvala, are the main settlements that you have to visit.
Just 1km out of the center of Aegina Town, one can find "Water Park". Water Park is a water lover's paradise. There are nice hotels not far from the park.
In one place one can enjoy a fine meal at the "After Dark" Restaurant, or a light snack from the self-service buffet.
Friendly waiters and waitresses will serve you by the pool or at either of the pool bars day or night, or in the evenings only, there is a beautifully decorated air-conditioned indoor bar, for your comfort.
After your swim and slide, enjoy your coffee or drink by the pool while listening to music, taking in the sun, and enjoying one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.
Aegina is the ideal destination for either a day trip, or an extended holiday, as it offers the best hotels and beaches of all worlds. In Aegina you can enjoy one of the most majestic sunsets in the entire Mediterranean that will awaken sweet and pleasant memories. It is an ideal place for your vacation, during all seasons.