Ermioni: Thermisia Ermioni

Thermisia village near Ermioni: The village of Thermisia lays by the sea, at 10 km from Ermioni,. Its name is related the ancient tradition of worshipping mythological gods, as it makes reference to Demeter, known as the goddess of "Thermissia". This word in Greek implies heat, due to the heat of the water springs. The worship to Demeter was very popular in this area, and there used to be a temple dedicated to this goddess. In the Middle Ages, there were fine salt pans on this site; in our days a lagoon has taken their place..

Although Thermissia counts on many positive features that result attracting for tourism, such as certain facilities and places of interest, is also important in ecological terms. Apart from concentrating important ecosystems, this place is chosen by migratory birds as a stop on their journeys.