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SALAMINA ISLAND - SARONIC GULF ISLANDS
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Salamina lies In the small bay opposite Piraeus, Elefsina and Megara.

The heavy industry in the area has blighted the natural beauty of the island., but its name still evokes its Illustrious past. Salamis, birthplace of the tragic poet Euripides, made its mark on history with the famous battle In 480 B.C., when the Greeks routed the fleet of Xerxes, consolidaling the Greek miracle.

Today the strait where the battle was fought is piled by the ferries linking Perama and Paloukia.

Pausamas in his guide speaks about Salamis, mentioning the Agora and the ruins of the temple of Aiakos and the related mysteries. He also refers to the Sanctuaries of Asclepius, Dionysus and Artemis.

Echoes of the Byzantine era are also present, in the convent of the Virgin Faneromeni and the remarkable frescoes in its church.

Today's lounsts will also enjoy the sandy beaches of Iliakti, Moulki, Kanakia and Peristeria.



USEFUL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET TO THE SARONIC GULF ISLANDS

From Piraeus there are daily ferries to Aegina, Hydra, Poros and Spetses. For information call 210/4511311- 4226000
For Salamina, the ferry leaves from Perama. For information call 210 4413178.
Smaller boats also link the Peloponnese at Galatas, Ermioni and Kosta with Poros, Hydra and Spetses respectively.

HOW TO GET TO SARONIC GULF ISLANDS  
HOW TO GET TO SARONIC GULF ISLANDS
BY FERRY OR HYDROFOIL
BY SAILING BOAT

All the islands except for Salamina are also served by hydrofoils, the Flying Dolphins.
Those for Aegina leave from Piraeus (210 4591423), while those for Poros, Hydra and Spetses leave from Zea Marina 210/4280001
There are yacht refueling stations at Aegina, Poros, Hydra and Spetses For information call. 210 4182236, 210 4181640.

Please check timetables and ticket availability through our on line ferry ticket reservation system.

Sailing Trips of one or more weeks can be arranged on previous (early) notice. A tour of all the Saronic Gulf islands including the surrounding areas can take place from as early as March till late November. Please click HERE to get more information on availability and rates. Pick up place can be either Pireas port or any other port of Greece (e.g. in Cyclades or the Peloponnese).

Museums and Archaeological Sites
Archaeological Museum of Aegina (22970) 22248
Temple of Aphaia, Aegina (22970) 32398 Spetses Museum: (22980) 72994 Archaeological Museum of Poros (22980) 23276
Useful Telephone Numbers
Aegina Tourist Police: (22970) 23243, 22260
Harbour master: (22970) 22328
Poros Tourist Police. (22980) 22462 Harbour master (22980) 22274
Hydra Tourist Police: (22980) 52205 Harbour master: (22980) 52279
Spetses Tourist Police: (22980) 73744 Harbour master: (22980) 72245

 

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