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A
substantial and attractive island with a proud history, less than an hour from
Pireas, Egina is a popular weekend escape from Athens. The second largest of Argosaronic
islands with 82km2 extension and 13.000 inhabitants approximately.
The capital of Egina is Egina
Town(Hora). It's an
atmosphere island especially if you visit midweek or out of season. Famous for
its pistachio orchards the island can also boast substantial ancient remains,
the finest of which is the beautiful fifth-century BC Temple of Aphaea.
Egina Town
Egina Town, the island's capital, makes an
attractive base, with some grand old buildings around a large harbor. It's a
large town with plenty of shops places to eat and drink.
