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agistri Olive oil is traditional Greek souvenir. Be sure to bring a bottle of olive oil from Agistri. Greeks produce high-quality oil and local cooks add it to almost all of the dishes. You can find olive oil in every supermarket. It is sold in 1 litre bottles, 3 or 5 litre jerrycans and souvenir packages in the shape of Greek gods, amphorae and mythological characters. The best and the most expensive oil is cold pressed Extra-Virgin Olive Oil with low acidity level. If you have bought olive oil in a tin package, it is better to pour it into a plastic bottle, otherwise, the taste of the product will be spoiled.
The picturesque island is ready to offer travelers a decent selection of attractive hotels, and much of them are perfect for a family holiday. Apartments are common for the island; the main … Open
Olives themselves are also popular in Greece. They are sold in many variations. Try them during your holiday and then buy olives which you liked most. Olives have a long shelf life, so you easily bring them home. The best place where you can buy them is a local market. Canned olives can be found in every local supermarket. They are sold with different toppings for every taste.
Olives are not only tinned fruit and high quality oil, but it is also organic cosmetics, which is extremely popular in Greece. Greeks love natural products and all their cosmetics is made of natural ingredients. Soap is the most popular product. It is quite cheap here and there is a variety of smells, from lavender to orange. Shampoos, lotions, creams and scrubs are based on olive oil. You should buy natural cosmetics in pharmacies or specialized shops. However, it is cheaper on markets, but you can't be sure about product composition. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Agistri is one of the most beautiful and interesting places to visit among the Saronic Islands. It attracts primarily with its picturesque beaches and unique nature. Despite its compact … Open
Local hard drinks also deserve your attention. You should definitely bring at least one bottle of retsina. Look for it in the refrigerators of local supermarkets, but not on the shelves with wine because it is served chilled. Local cognac Metaxa, anise vodka ouzo and grape vodka grappa are extremely popular on the island. These products are well known for good quality and low price. Moreover, local wine also deserves your attention. The most popular soft drink is coffee. Greeks love this drink, so you can find a great variety of coffee on the island. If you want to buy some sweets, you should pay attention to honey, kozinaki, baklava, nougat and lokum.
agistri Many tourists buy jewellery from precious and semiprecious stones on Agistri. Malopetra souvenir is well-known among superstitious people. It is believed that this stone protects from the evil eye. Komboloi is a local variant of beads. It is twenty beads strung on a solid thread. Komboloi is not a cult object, it is usually used for a game.
Agistri is a small island, its area is just 14 square kilometres. However, an active and curious child won't be bored here. Agistri attracts people with its rich past. The island was … Open
Religious people should pay attention to local icons. Despite the small size of Agistri, there are a lot of churches on the island. There are traditional and carved icons. Futhermore, you can find icons with precious frameworks. Every tourist should know that icons don’t have any historical value. Moreover, you can buy pictures by local artists. Agistri and all of the Greek islands are famous for their picturesque landscapes. Masters from all over the world come here to capture amazing views, get inspiration and earn some money.
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Unique touristic spots around Agistri Island

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

From the series “Ancient Amphitheaters and Arenas, That Are Still Operational”
On the southern slope of the Acropolis is its most important antique attraction - the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Its name was given to the ancient theater in honour of the founder, Herodes Atticus - an outstanding political and public figure. The history of the construction of the theater is very romantic. The great Greek speaker built it in memory of his wife Regilla. An incredibly beautiful spouse died quite young, Herodes suffered a loss strongly and the whole year did not leave the walls of his house. … Read further

Corinth Canal

From the series “Greatest Man-Made Waterways and Channels”
The Corinth Canal is a global sight which is unique in every way. It is the narrowest navigable canal on the planet that connects the Gulf of Corinth with the Saronic Gulf. It is named in honour of the fondly known Greek city located on the western end. The Corinth Canal has some external distinguishing marks such as length of more than 6 km and a width, which is only 25 meters. High rock walls surround the canal and stretch up to 76 metres. The Canal is only 8 metres deep. … Read further

Corinth Canal

From the series “Thrilling Points for Bungee Jumping”
The wonderful Corinth Canal - one of the most beautiful and longest canals in the world, is very popular among tourists. Over the canal is the small metal bridge, on which the place for jumps was equipped. In Greece there is no better place for Bunjee Jumping. The experienced travelers recommend to visit the attraction in the evening - on the decline, the canal looks incredibly beautiful. The height of the bridge, from which one can jump, forms 80 meters. … Read further
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Shopping advices for the whole region around Agistri Island

Shopping advices for Agistri Island. The best spots for buying designer clothes and local delicacies from Greece - shops, galleries, boutiques and outlets. We provide you with the shopping streets map, so you can plan your efficient shopping routes, while hunting for authentic souvenirs, goods, drinks, shoes and clothes in Agistri Island.
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