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Agistri Island 01Travel Information about Agistri island Greece, Saronic: In Greek mythology, Agistri island was called as Kerifalia, which means "adorned head". It was part of the Aegina kingdom ruled by the mythical King Aeacus. The archeological findings on the island point out Peloponnesian inhabitation around the 5th century B.C. Agistri does not have a recorded history, however it is believed that in the 14th century, the island became home to many settlers. It was later overtaken by Ottoman Turks in the 17th century.

Agistri island is linked in 1 hour and 30 min by hydrofoil with
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Athens. The abundant pine trees and crystalline blue sea make this island picturesque. Agistri island has four main settlements, Megalochori, Skala, Metochi and Limenaria.

They provide perfect holiday settings for tourists looking for privacy in the middle of enchanting natural surroundings. Agistri with its pine woods, quiet and strikingly beautiful beaches, serenity and azure sea is a dream place for tourist searching solitude, far from the maddening summer crowds that flock on the major Greek holiday destinations.

Agistri Island 02 Megalochori is the largest village of Agistri island and has abundant shops, taverns and other tourist attractions. Skala is another settlement that has many taverns, shops and other attractions for the tourists. The beach has golden sand and shallow water, which is ideal for the families and children. This is the main port of Agistri island, where hydrofoils from Athens arrive. Small boats from Aegina also arrive in Skala and Megalochori.

Chalikiada is among the most famous beaches of Agistri island. Located near Skala, there is a cave nearby which make it a favorite spot for naturists. Other beautiful beaches are Dragonera, one of the few organized beaches of the island, and Aponissos, with excellent blue green water.
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