In the area of Agia Marina on the island of Aegina, within a sanctuary complex exclusively dedicated to the mother-goddess Aphaia, lies the Ancient Temple of Aphaia Athena. Predating the Parthenon, it was formerly known... more
Archaeological Museum of Aegina
Patriarchou Grigoriou E 1, 18010, Aegina Island
Patriarchou Grigoriou E 1, 18010, Aegina Island
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The Archaeological Museum of Aegina was founded in 1828 by Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of independent Greece. In 3 rooms the museum shows vessels, ceramics, pottery and statues of ancient Aegina.
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Address Information
Patriarchou Grigoriou E 1
18010
Aegina Island
Attica, Greece
Greece
Opening Hours
Monday:
10:30 - 17:30
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
10:30 - 17:30
Thursday:
10:30 - 17:30
Friday:
10:30 - 17:30
Saturday:
10:30 - 17:30
Sunday:
10:30 - 17:30
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