Porto Rafti Photo: Porto Rafti

Porto rafti, or Limani-Mesogion (port Mesogion), is one of the most beautiful seaside towns on the East coast of Attica, situated in the plain on the East of the mountains Imitos (Gimet). Porto rafti is located 38 km from the capital of Greece and in the vicinity of new international airport of Athens.

The city is surrounded by two hills that isolate it from the rest of Attica and protect from strong winds. The climate resembles that of the Aegean Islands with relatively mild winters and hot dry summers.

A series of archaeological finds indicate human presence in the area at least since the early bronze period (2600-1800 BC). In ancient times and until the collapse of the Roman Empire, the port city was an important trading place in the region. This port is also known as the place of evacuation of allied troops after the German invasion of Greece in late April 1941.

Although the town is small, and its population according to the 2001 census, is just 7131 people in Porto rafti has a school, a gymnasium, a Lyceum, a post office and at least five churches of Agia Marina, the Church of the Prophet Elijah, Transfiguration Cathedral, etc.). In Porto rafti there are two marine club, soccer and basketball teams.

Near Porto rafti are the ruins of the ancient settlement of Vravrona and its main attraction is the remains of an ancient Greek temple of Artemis (5 century BC). There is also a Museum, which contains finds from the Sanctuary of Artemis.

While in Porto rafti, you should definitely visit the most southern point of Attica Cape Sounion and located here are the ruins of the ancient temple of Poseidon.

Resort town known for its beautiful sandy beaches with clear water, restaurants and taverns with traditional Greek cuisine. Also in Porto rafti good selection of comfortable hotels and apartments. Attractive this place and for the thousands of residents of the capital, have their country houses here. The close location Porto rafti to Athens, Greece will make the holiday more interesting and informative.

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