Saronic Collection

Church of Agios Nikolaos. Aegina. Greece
Greece. Aegina. Church of Agios Nikolaos. Exterior. Aegina Island

Aghia Marina, Aegina, Argo Saronic Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

A Village in the Island of Poros
Oil painting showing a village in Poros, a Green Island in the southern part of the Saronic Gulf. Date: circa 1930

View of Hydra, Greece - (also known as Ydra or Idra) - one of the Saronic Islands of Greece, located in the Aegean Sea between the Myrtoan Sea and the Argolic Gulf. Date: circa 1950s

Sketch of Rocky coastline, Hydra, Greece, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Sketch of Rocky coastline, Hydra, Greece, 19th Century, Walter Crane

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Temple of Aphaia at Aigina

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Hydra Harbour

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Hydra Harbour

Sculpture of Paris as an archer. 19th century reconstruction
Reconstruction of the West Pediment of Temple of Aphaia. Paris with the phrygian cap, depicted as an archer. Color. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Model of the Temple of Aphaia. Aegina. Greece
Model of the Temple of Aphaia. 6th-5th centuries BC. Aegina Island, Greece. Wood. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Head of the trojan helper. East Pediments Group of the Temp
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of a trojan helper. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich, Germany

Head of an sphinx. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of a sphinx of the roof. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Head of an archer. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of an archer. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Central coronation of the west pediment of the Temple of Aeg
Ridge decoration of the west pediment of the Temple of Aegina. Two women and a large palmette and tendrils ornament. Ca. 500 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Shield of a trojan warrior. Temple of Aphaia. Aegina. Greece
West Pediment. Temple of Aphaia, Aegina. Shield of a trojan warrior. The emblem on the shield is a boar. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Aphaea Temple. Greece
Aphaea Temple. 6th - 5th centuries BC. Foundations. Island of Aegina. Saronic Islands. Greece

Temple of Aphaia. Greece
Greece. Aegina Island. Temple of Aphaia (5th-6th centuries B.C.). Doric colonnade

Epidaurus Theater
Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater by Polykleitos the Younger (IV century BC). Epidaurus. Peloponnese

Epidaurus. Hestiatorion
GREEK ART. Ruins of HESTIATORION built between the IV-III centuries BC. It was identified as gym but recent research is defined as a building of Asclepius, the god of medicine. Epidaurus

The Battle of Salamis fought between an Alliance of Greek city-states and the Achaemenid Empire of Persia in September 480 BC in the straits between the mainland and Salamis

Lady from Salamis, Greece
Lady from Salamis (the largest Greek island in the Saronic Gulf), Greece Date: circa 1905

Small boat in harbour on Poros, Saronic Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

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"Saronic: Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of Greece's Argo Saronic Islands" Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty and rich history of the Argo Saronic Islands, nestled in the heart of Greece. From the enchanting Church of Agios Nikolaos in Aegina to the picturesque village of Aghia Marina, this region is a treasure trove for culture enthusiasts. Step back in time as you wander through ancient ruins on Poros Island, where a charming village awaits with its traditional architecture and warm hospitality. The view from Hydra will leave you breathless, as you take in its rocky coastline sketched by artists since the 19th century. Marvel at masterpieces like the Head of Trojan Helper and Sphinx sculptures from the East Pediments Group at Temples dedicated to Greek gods Aeacus and Athena. Admire Paris portrayed as an archer, reconstructed with meticulous detail from centuries past. Don't miss out on exploring one of Greece's most iconic landmarks –the Temple of Aphaia– where a model showcases its grandeur. Witness divine artistry come alive on every corner, including the central coronation sculpture adorning the west pediment. As you delve deeper into this historical tapestry, encounter artifacts like shields wielded by Trojan warriors that transport you to epic battles fought long ago. Feel connected to ancient civilizations that once thrived here. The Argo Saronic Islands offer an unforgettable journey through time and space. Let your senses be captivated by their beauty while unraveling stories etched into every stone. Discover why these islands are hailed as gems within Europe's cultural crown –a testament to Greece's enduring legacy.