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Agia Marina, which is a popular holiday destination in Greece, is located just 13 kilometers away from the capital Athens. The town located in the east of the capital takes its name from the old chapel built here in the 17th century.

Agia Marina is very popular among both local people and foreign visitors especially in the spring and summer months. You can visit the historical places in the region, and when the weather gets warmer, you can swim in the blue bays of the Aegean, and enjoy different water sports.

The cuisine of the town usually consists of seafood and fish dishes. Moreover, the delicious appetizers prepared with the herbs grown in the Aegean are also important for the cuisine of Agia Marina. You can experience the entertaining night life when you visit the town during the summer season. You can enjoy the Greek style entertainment by listening to popular songs in the taverns and nightclubs that start to become lively in the evening hours.

The sea is quite shallow on the blue flag beaches of Agia Marina. Thanks to this, it is ideal for families who come here with their children. It is possible to swim in the sea from the middle of May until the end of September.

Every year on July 7, celebrations are organized in Agia Marina Church. You can be a part of the entertainment during your holiday by planning your vacation for the middle of the summer. In the celebrations, the people of the region walk from the big church to the small church on the beach. At the end, you can listen to the concerts held in the center.

In the summer months, there are many activities to enjoy in the region such as watching the sunrise and sunset. The view of the sun, which looks like a big red ball disappearing in the middle of the sea when it gets dark, is inspiring. If you are lucky to coincide with the full moon time, you can witness breathtaking views.

You can try the Greek appetizers that are among the popular tastes in the town which is usually preferred by Greek vacationers coming from the big cities nearby. Fresh fish, fresh fried calamari and shrimps that you can find in taverns and small fish restaurants are among the tastes you should try in the town. Greek raki and wines accompanying the dishes are great for those in the pursuit of local delicacies.

In addition to enjoying the sun on the golden sandy beaches, you can go on a safari tour with an ATV or ride a bicycle. The beaches are also quite suitable for sports such as canoeing, jet-skiing and sailing. When you come to Agia Marina in the winter or autumn season, you may be welcomed by a quieter town rather than crowded beaches.