On the east coast of the island of Aegina is the port of Agia Marina. It is a small port providing docking for hydrofoils and ferries that connect with Piraeus and other islands in the Saronic Gulf. The port is more active during the summer months, a period in which connections intensify. How to reach the port of Agia Marina The ferry terminal is located on the east coast of the island and is linked to the capital by buses, leaving several times a day, they take 30 minutes and the ticket costs around € 2.00. There is a ticket office near the boarding terminal. The nearest international ai... [More information]
Address: Κυριάκου Γαλάρη 168, Ag. Marina 180 10, Greece
Directions: Google Map @ Agia Marina (Aegina), port
Methana is an ancient city on the Peloponnese peninsula, well known for its thermal waters. It is rich in volcanoes and gas, like methane, which comes out of the surrounding mountains. History The first settlement can be traced back to 1500 BC and the remains of a Mycenaean settlement have also been discovered. Between 431 and 404 BC the Peloponnesian wars were fought here and an Athenian army commanded by Nicia built a fort around Methana, which was later given to the Spartans as established by the Peace of Nicia. Places to visit Methana has around 30 volcanoes in its vicinity and its possibl... [More information]