Hydra-Poros-Aegina: Where did the names of the Argosaronic islands come from

Where did the names of the Argosaronic islands come from? Ancient gods, mythical kings and kingdoms, emblematic figures of history, morphological as well as geological features, inspired the name of many Greek islands. What does "poros" mean? What was Aegina? Is Hydra related to the word water? We travel to the interesting nomenclature of the Argosaronic islands and explore their etymologies.

Travel to the islands of Athens, pure inspiration

Travel to the islands of Athens, a pure inspiration

The islands of the Saronic Gulf are a lure for every traveler based in Athens. Those short and close trips to the islands of Athens are a real inspiration! With One Day Cruise, you can visit all three in just one day and also choose the package that suits you best.

The top beaches of the Saronic Gulf

Beaches for every mood, with beautiful waters and scenic peaks inextricably linked to the Greek summer. We recommend the best beaches you can visit on a tour of the Saronic Gulf for relaxing and fun at the same time!