The name of the municipality derived from Ancient Stagira and Ancient Acanthus, two cities that played an important role in the region and more specifically in Halkidiki during ancient times. The main occupations of the people are tourism, fishing, mining, agriculture, timber and various services.

Ammouliani is located in the Gulf of Mount Athos, an island of 4.5 sq²/km with sublime beaches such as Alikes, Agios Georgios, Megali Ammos, Karagatsia with a crystal sea, abundant in fish and with rich undewater life for those who love underwater fishing and diving.