Guided Tour to Paleochora Aegina
Guided Tour to Paleochora Aegina
Paleochora, also known as the insular Mystras of the Saronic Gulf, deserves a special mention in any travel guide with the must-live experiences in Aegina! It is a medieval village of Aegina built in the 9th century; it was the island’s capital until 1826. Paleochora Aegina is located behind and above the hill of Agios Nektarios, at 7 km from the port towards the center of the island. Paleochora Aegina stands out for its history, great views, and churches.
They say that Paleochora has special energy… and you can feel it as you wander among the 38 churches that remain of the 366 that once stood on the hill (one for each day of the year!).
Book a tour to Paleochora Aegina and its medieval churches! Your experienced accredited guide will make you feel as you are taking a journey back in history to the times of the pirates, the Venetians, the Byzantines, and the Ottomans. Let your guide reveal the secrets of the medieval Mystras of Aegina. Listen to the magic and discover this sacred place, with its unique energy and centuries of history.
Only 38 basilicas are preserved in Paleochora; few of them are in good condition and they are worth a visit for their history and the frescoes preserved up to today. One will also find ruins from the old fortification and water reservoirs of the town. Do not omit climbing up the hill where you can see the traces of a Castle (built by the Venetians in 1654) and also enjoy the view of the island’s other side.
Take a guided tour to Paleochora and become one with the history, the nature and the magic of the landscape!
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