The Goddess Who Vanished | Temple of Aphaia, Aegina

High on a pine-covered hill overlooking the Saronic Gulf stands the ancient Temple of Aphaia — a place where Greek mythology and history meet. During our sailing stop in Agia Marina on the island of Aegina, we set out to explore this remarkable sanctuary and discovered the legend of Britomartis, a Cretan nymph who escaped across the sea and mysteriously vanished on this very hill. We also explore the intriguing theory of the “Sacred Triangle” connecting the Temple of Aphaia, the Parthenon in Athens, and the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. Join us as we uncover another fascinating story along our sailing journey through Greece. 📍 Temple of Aphaia, Aegina Island, Greece 🇬🇷 #Aegina #TempleOfAphaia #GreekMythology #AncientGreece #SaronicGulf #ExploreGreece #SailingGreece #GreekIslands #SailingMinoas