Moni Hrysoleontissas

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This imposing 17th-century monastery is in a remote central part of Aegina and is surrounded by high walls built by the monks to ward off pirates. At one time the monastery owned much of the island.

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This large modern monastery in central Aegina marks the turn-off for the road to Paleohora Byzantine village and churches.

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This temple ruin sits on top of the mountain Ellanio Oros (532m) in the south of central Aegina.

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5. Folklore Museum

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Peruse historical clothing, housewares and artwork recreating the mood of old-time island life.

6. Temple of Apollo

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7. Christos Capralos Museum

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