Aegina

History

Aegina and its enmity with Athens

"...this is the island that was once actually mistress of the sea and disputed with the Athenians for the prize of valor in the sea fight at Salamis at the time of the Persian War…" Aegina, an island off the coast of Attica, became an important trading center. Later, a rivalry developed between the island and Athens. In this post, we look at some of the texts that describe this… Read more

Topic for Discussion,  Travel

Aphaia’s Temple in Aegina

Queenly Muse, our mother! I entreat you, come in the sacred month of Nemea to the much-visited Dorian island of Aegina. For beside the waters of the Asopus young men are waiting, craftsmen of honey-voiced victory-songs, seeking your voice. Various deeds thirst for various things; but victory in the games loves song most of all, the most auspicious attendant of garlands and of excellence... Read more