The Corinth Canal is a remarkable engineering feat in Greece, connecting the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf through the Isthmus of Corinth. Although the idea dates back to the seventh century BC, it wasn’t realized until the late 19th century. Today, it serves more as a tourist attraction than a commercial waterway, with its narrow path challenging modern navigation but offering a unique spectacle for visitors.
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Nestled on the picturesque island of Aegina, the Monastery of Agios Nektarios stands as a beacon of faith and healing. This sprawling complex, dedicated to the revered Saint Nektarios, draws pilgrims from around the world seeking solace, blessings, and miraculous intervention. Explore the historic monastery, marvel at the grandeur of the adjacent church, and immerse yourself in the serene spirituality of this sacred sanctuary.
“An incredible video captured a hammerhead shark fearlessly swimming around a boat during a fishing trip in the Saronic Gulf, Greece. The rare sighting, filmed by Dimitris Zahariou, highlights the presence of this endangered species in Greek waters and the importance of shark conservation in the Mediterranean Sea
Athenians are leaving the city en masse as the August 15 holiday prompts a sharp…
We all know Aegina, the beautiful island of the Saronic Gulf. Some of us because…
The Corinth Canal is one of the most important achievements of engineering in Greece, given…
There is an island in the Saronic Gulf, which is somehow misunderstood. Hydra and Spetses…
We all know Aegina, the beautiful island of the Saronic Gulf. Some of us because…
The Corinth Canal is one of the most important achievements of engineering in Greece, given…
The Corinth Canal has been closed to maritime traffic since January 2021, due to damage…
Grecian Air Seaplanes, a new seaplane operator, will launch flights in early September, interconnecting Greek…
Boats travelling between the gulfs of Corinth and the Saronic will not be able to…
“Signatures of support for the Resolution of the Municipal Council of Poros to prevent the crime of creating an industrial area of fish farms, are collected by friends of Poros!” Supporters of Poros from all around the world rush to sign online petition.
There is an island in the Saronic Gulf, which is somehow misunderstood. Hydra and Spetses…
The Corinth Canal is one of the most important achievements of engineering in Greece, given…
After the phenomenal Xenophon weather system that brought the cold, wet front to Greece earlier…