VOULIAGMENI

Vouliagmeni, (meaning «sunken»), is a picturesque peninsula situated on the eastern edge of Athens, (only 20km. away from the center). It has a population of approximately 7,000 inhabitants and the western half of the region consists of two peninsulas, namely: Megalo and Mikro Kavouri, (Big and Little Crab), with sandy and pebbled beaches.

Vouliagmeni is famous for its lake with the mineral water spa, standing at a 40cm. elevation. The lake’s water maintains a constant 24 degrees Celcius  temperature all year round. The lake is recognized as a wonder of nature because of its unique appearance.

The visitor can find here a great variety of hotels, restaurants and shopping centers. The sandy beaches are ideal for swimming and water sports, many of them being awarded by the Blue Flag.

Ruins of the Temple of Apollo Zoster have been excavated in the region. Unfortunately, today, the temple is sunken almost at sea level.

Other remnants of early human habitation found in Vouliagmeni, include Neolithic and Bronze Age building foundations.