For those who love quiet, short escapes next to the sea, the many fish villages in Greece are the ideal destinations each spring when the temperature rises.

Both Greece’s islands and its endless coastline are full of peaceful villages next to the sea, with picturesque ports and taverns serving fish and seafood that has just been caught.

Such places usually stay out of the limelight and off mainstream tourist destination lists (even though this is not always the case), so they are ideal for those who would like a short, relaxing trip. The options seem – and probably are – endless, however, the following are a great start.

Perdika (Aegina)
Perdika is located on the north-western coast of Aegina, on a small cape. Its main attractions are the imposing church of Kimisi tis Theotokou on the coast, and the islet Moni right across it. It’s just 9 km away from the town of Aegina.

Even though in recent years it has known tourist growth – you’ll notice various luxurious country houses around –, Perdika preserves its fishing village character, something that can especially be seen in the way the houses have been built, without close proximity and with the provision for large gardens.

It’s worth going to the village’s ancient olive grove, which was the location of a photoshoot for Hermes.

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