Aquariums offer an in-depth look at the liquid element, shedding light on the richness and secrets of the seabed.
Sea. A source of inspiration for artists and poets, sometimes serene and welcoming, almost transparent with the secrets of her kingdom pulsing before the astonished eyes of its aquatic visitors, and sometimes impetuous and turbulent, standing proudly against the man who will violently disturb the untamed tidiness.
The exploration of the seabed and the secrets of the sea attracted and recommences to attract the human mind. There, in the tranquility of the waters, marine organisms colonise, numerous species thrive following their own rules in perfect balance with the environment that constitutes them.
With a desire to strengthen their research character as well as to share knowledge of the thalassic environment, aquariums offer valuable information about pelagic treasures.
Crete aquarium
Cretaquarium – Thalassocosmos officially started its operation in December 2005, in the region of Gournes in Crete, Greece, 15 km east at the city of Heraklion. In a location that is an idiosyncratic research, education, culture and recreation park, which purpose is to promote and disseminate knowledge about the oceanic environment.
CretΑquarium is an expert in presenting species and ecosystems of the Mediterranean, a sea of unique biodiversity that gave birth to ancient civilizations and welcomes millions of visitors every year from all over the world. Offering 61 tanks of different sizes, containing a total amount of 1.800.000 litres of sea water, it is home to 2000 sea animals, 200 different species found in the Mediterranean basin, and together with the appropriate scenery, it successfully represents the Cretan and Mediterranean sea beds. Additionally, CretAquarium designs and implements educational programmes and other innovative services, treats injured animals and is constantly enriched with new marine species.
The sun light, a vital source of energy even for the sea world, is not present everywhere and forever. In the sea are dark areas home to countless organisms.
The areas of great depths, the caves, the cracks and the protrusions of the rocks hide interesting and diverse and unique encounters, as well as rich and beautiful ones, like areas of plentiful light.
At the first section of your CretAquarium visit, low light conditions prevail and you will admire, among others, dusky groupers, red corals, crayfish, gorgonians, skates and many other species.
Rhodes aquarium
A stroll along the seaside pedestrian walk, in the city of Rhodes, leads to the northernmost edge of the island. This is where the Hydrobiological Station of Rhodes-Aquarium is located. Housed in a building of distinctive architectural style, the Aquarium is the most exemplary place for those wishing to get acquainted with the marine wealth of the Aegean and the Eastern Mediterranean sea.
The Aquarium of Rhodes is located at the northern edge of Rhodes, just a few steps from the city center. The Hydrobiological Station of Rhodes is one of the important centres of marine research in Greece and is housed in a historic building dating from 1935.
Designed by Armando Bernabiti, the building combines local with Art Deco architectural elements of curved lines and circular windows, along with a dominant cylindrical tower. The decoration of the main entrance was inspired from the marine environment. The Aquarium consists of a corridor, with small tanks that introduce marine species and it is made of stone and decorated with natural shells, featuring an underwater cave, while the floor is paved by white and black pebbles, accenting marine species.
Corfu aquarium
As a family business aiming to inspire awareness and preserve local fauna and marine life by educating visitors with wholesome guided tours and by setting the example with eco-friendly-driven operations.
Their story begins at Paleokastritsa, Corfu. It was back in 2011 when love and appreciation for nature drove them to create a home for cute local fish, sea creatures and International reptiles.
A home they now call Corfu Aquarium.
A home filled with colourful tanks, an open pool where you can meet the animals from up close, a gift shop and a picturesque beach bar.
Being true Corfiots, consider it their duty to bring to the surface the majestic and mesmerising beauty of both sea and land animals of Corfu and the Mediterranean.
For them, sharing the vision and the sense of environmental responsibility with the world is more than essential!It was the same passion that made them rescue and foster the most adorable reptiles coming from wildlife care centres.
Kini aquarium
The aquarium in Kini is one of the most popular attractions for both children and adults as it enables visitors to encounter the magical marine world of the Aegean Sea and study in depth the marine flora and fauna. The Aquarium boasts an educational character as it invites both young and older to learn everything there is to know about the sea as well as the sea activities and equipment used in such cases so as to awaken their environmental awareness while granting them the the opportunity to explore the natural beauty that surrounds them. Those who choose to visit the Aquarium will also be able to admire the exhibits of traditional boats, fishing gear and marine organisms that are hosted on the same site.
Kastoria Aquarium
The aquarium of Kastoria is an innovative space that houses fish and other freshwater organisms of Greece, indigenous, endemic and foreign. It is the largest aquarium in the Balkans, and in recent years has become an important attraction for city visitors, school trips and travellers.
The aquarium was inaugurated by the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, and for this reason it bears his name.
Most of the fish you will look on at the aquarium are those that have been living for years in the internal waters of Greece, but there are also a large number of foreign species that dwell in the lakes and rivers of our country.
Consisting of 49 tanks with a capacity of 1 to 1.6 cubic meters, there is a beautiful simulation of Kastoria Lake and a simulation of the Aliakmonas River.
Large quantities of carp, pike, flounder, perch, and walleye are found, which are endemic fish of Lake Kastoria.
English (UK) 
Ελληνικά