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Island and municipality in Greece
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This clock tower was built in 1927 and is an imposing feature. It is definitely a bit of a climb from the waterfront, being the highest point of the island, but when you reach it, the view is breathtaking and worth the effort. The clock tower also attracts a number of photographers for the view it offers, the coming together of land, water and sky. Although the tower has a simple appearance, when you watch it closely after 10 minutes going upstairs it is worth visiting because the view is wonderful.
Houses findings from the Sanctuary of Poseidon, from ancient Troizen, Magoula, Apathia, Modi and Saint Constantine from Methana.
Founded in 2006, has a permanent exhibition of shells from the Greek Seas displayed at the Chatzopouleios Library. The Municipal Library is worth a visit, with more than 8,500 titles of books and more than 200 DVDs.
Remains of the ancient sanctuary are located in the northern part of the island in the centre of the Kalaureian amphictyony. Archeologists estimate it was built around 520 BC. It was here that Demosthenes, the famous orator, poisoned himself with hemlock in 322 BC fleeing from the Macedonian Governor Antipatros.
Founded in 1720 AD and built on the slope of a pine forest. In 1814, a group of monks from Mount Athos took refuge in this monastery. A few years later, these monks founded the Zoodochos Pigi Monastery at Longovarda on the island of Paros. It is a basilica with a dome and a tower-like belfry being the main church of the monastery. The temple is simple without many wall paintings. The precious wood-carved icon, which was made in Kappadokia of Asia Minor in the 17th century, together with the wood-carved iconostasis and the imposing bishop throne, are of great interest.
It was built by von Heideck at around 1828, at the place where an old church of St. Constantine had stood. The island was given to the Poros monastery from 1770 on by Antonios Serfos. The standoff between Hydra island and Capodistrias gave the cause for severe fight here in 1831.
One of the very few opportunities to enjoy watching a film in the open air as in the past.
Poros was the site of the first naval base in modern Greece, established in 1827 during the Greek War of Independence. Most of the activities of Poros Naval Base were moved to Salamis Naval Base in 1881. The site is still used today by the Hellenic Navy as a training centre for naval personnel. In 1834 warehouses and bakeries were built there for the supply of the Russian fleet sailing in the Aegean. The Russians kept this property until the 1900s. In 1989, with a ministerial decision, the Russian Dockyard was declared a historical monument due to its great architectural and historical interest.
Where festivities take place on 2 July.
Cove where you can enjoy swimming in green and turquoise water under lush pine trees. This is an organized beach with deck chairs, umbrellas, tables and a canteen where you can eat a snack or drink.
This is a picturesque bay, which is classified as a historical monument because of its great architectural and historical interest. On the opposite side is Daskalio, a small island with a lovely church. Then there is the Gerolimenas: a secluded pebble beach across the islet of Petra.
Pine trees embrace the sea water and “paint” it with an unusual green colour. Golden sand and transparent waters often create the illusion of a huge mirror. The beach also has "passage", a centre for water sports.
Accessible on foot, located after the bridge that connects the Pregymnasium with Sinikismo. It’s 15 minutes away from the town centre with a sandy beach in the heart of the bay of Askeli.
After the canal, the coastal road continues and leads to Askeli, a few kilometres northeast of the port. Askeli faces the open sea and is built amphitheatrically on the slope of a pine covered hill with a panoramic view from above. There are four snake-shaped streets on the road starting from the beach road and branching out across Askeli, reaching the top of the hill.
Located on a hill on the east coast. Under it is a quiet beach with crystal clear water, next to a pine forest. The area offers water sports and snorkeling. Also available in the area are sunbeds, umbrellas and a canteen where you can have a snack or drink.
Vagionia is a quiet beach with sand and pebbles situated in the northern part of the island, ideal for relaxing holidays and all kinds of fishing, especially snorkeling.
on Poros island
The base in Poros of Drepani Water Ski Resort is very well maintained and fully operational. The base consists of a pontoon with a ski nautique boat and a wakeboard boat. Several water sports can be practiced such as: water ski, wakeboard, wake skate, barefoot, trick skiing, banana and tubes.
Enjoy great beaches with horse riding.
You will enjoy your food in a friendly environment with an amazing view of the sea either at lunch or diner. Dishes are cooked with care, fresh material and knowledge. You will taste food from traditional Greek cuisine, a large variety of appetizers, fresh fish and desserts. The specialty is fresh octopus.
The food is fresh, using local sourced ingredients.
The tavern is a combination of classic and modern. It is one of the oldest taverns of the island.
Inside a cool environment full of bougainvilleas and jasmines, appetizers from homemade and local spicy recipes, fish and meat on BBQ and some vegetarian dishes.
Food along with beer or cold wine, down from the shades of a 200-year-old platanus.
Fresh steaks and other beef, lamb, pork and chicken dishes. The pepper-steak is recommended.
Homemade Greek cuisine, Meze and starters. Fresh fish every day. Specialties: fresh calamari and feta with honey.
Drinks after sunset. You can have a beautiful view of the port of Poros while enjoying a drink and good music as well.
Relaxing terrace at the seafront.
On a beautiful patio on the waterfront in an old, properly renovated neoclassical building. The meeting point of locals and visitors.
This club, probably the biggest on the island of Poros, is an amazing place for partying and dancing. Mostly open on the weekends during winter. Special events take place in the summer.
Excellent iced Greek yogurt.
On top of a hill. Spacious with amazing views from the balcony.
Family-owned and managed hotel offering spectacular panoramic views. Easy access to all the restaurants and water taxis.
24-room "B" category hotel. Open from April to October.
A pool and self-catered rooms with free Wi-Fi. All accommodation offers a balcony overlooking the Saronic Gulf, the mountains and Poros Town. Air-conditioned. Satellite TV and kitchenette with a dining area, fridge and cooking hobs.
Modern hotel with 80 fully equipped rooms with sea views.
A quiet place. Magnificent view of the port with the boats, the beach of Galatas opposite.
Internet access available at no extra charge.
Three traditional "B" category apartments and one single room. Open around the year.
In the heart of Neorion Bay in front of the beach. Renovated.
Featuring spacious rooms and suites with a splendid sea view, a conference room, fitness centre, one restaurant serving local delicacies, private marina, beach bar and a long sandy beach with complimentary sunbeds and umbrellas for all guests.
Has two swimming pools, a private beach with Taverna Restaurant and Beach Bar on a wooden deck by the sea and under the pines. The cosmopolitan restaurant Roof Garden at the top of the hotel in Black & White style has live music.
One of the first and most famous hotels to be built on Poros. The hotel has starred in many Greek films. Has undergone a complete renovation and offers more modern comforts.
Among the most interesting and worthwhile places to visit in the town of Poros is a wonderfully preserved 1890 building on St George Square. Observing the antique architecture, the old authentic furnishings and the hand-painted ceiling, you can be taken back in time while enjoying the big variety of goods displayed in this shop.
This is an art gallery hosting the work of different artists, mainly in the high season. It is housed in a beautiful mansion in Poros Town.
An excellent pastry shop.
Marine shop.
By plane
Poros doesn't have an airport but many visitors come by the way of Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.
By bus
There are public bus connections (KTEL, phone service 14505, in Greek) between Piraeus, Isthmos, Nafplio and Galatas.
By boat
Small boats connect Poros with Galata (every 10 minutes), the charming Alike beach, underneath the Lemon Groves, and – upon demand – Askeli beach.
On foot
Poros is a fairly small island, perfect for hiking, jogging, and lazy strolls through the town’s picturesque alleyways or along the cosmopolitan harbor promenade.
By bus
Public transport offers two bus lines, both starting from the central square on the harbor promenade.
By taxi
There are also a number of grey taxis on the island – reasonably cheap to use. Expect to pay about €6 plus tip from the town centre (that is, the port) to the monastery.
By car
In case you travel with your own car or motor bike, a ferry boat will bring you over from Galata every hour between 08:00 and 22:00 daily. In the summer schedules are every 30 minutes.
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