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20 Aerial photos from Greece
from: Cyclades | Gulf of Corinth | Ionic Islands |
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The Cycladic Island Ikaria is located between Samos in the East and Paros in the West.
It was named after Ikarus, son of Daedalus, who
according to the legend died during his failed attempt to fly. His wax connected wings melted because he came too close to the sun and he crashed into the sea.
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Picture taken 29.4.2006 -
aerial photo #0007-0439
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The island of Aegina, untouched by mass tourism, is
located close to Piraeus, the famous port of Athens.
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Picture taken 29.4.2006 -
aerial photo #0007-0451
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The island of Naxos is with 428 square km the biggest of the Cycladic Islands. It was the center of the ancient cycladic culture. Today is Naxos a popular touristic island with inviting bays.
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Picture taken 27.4.2006 -
aerial photo #0007-0323
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