Separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strait this beautiful green island will mesmerize you with its groves of pine & lemon trees and relaxing walk through quiet narrow streets for a rewarding panoramic view from the town’s clock tower.
- Διεύθυνση: Poros Island
Poros is a lush tranquil island-pair only just separated form the Peloponnese by a narrow strait on opposite sides of which lay the towns of Poros and Galatas.
Often referred to as the “Venice of the Saronic Gulf” the two towns’ sole contact is by boat giving them a special charm and feeling of living “on” water.
The passage through the 200 meter wide strait provides an unforgettable view of the gorgeous traditionally White & Blue painted classic houses of Poros town on the island side and enchanting lemon orchards embracing the lively fishing village of Galatas on the Peloponnese side.
Expressed masterfully by the words of the great American writer Henry Miller: “…suddenly I realized that we were sailing through the streets. If there is one dream which I like above all others it is that of sailing on land. Coming into Poros gives the illusion of the deep dream. Suddenly the land converges on all sides and the boat is squeezed into a narrow strait from which there seems to be no egress. The men and women of Poros are hanging out of the windows, just above your head. You pull in right under their friendly nostrils, as though for a shave and haircut en route.”
Cloaked in mythical mist Poros island was the stage of countless legends and historic events involving gods, nobles and mortals alike.
Believed to be the island of Poseidon its forests shelter the 6 century B.C. temple dedicated to the revered sea-god which is also the very place where according to historians, the great Greek orator Demosthenes ended his life fleeing form the unforgiving Macedons. Theseus, the fearless slayer of the mighty Minotaur was born here and Minoan & Mycenaean Kings left their marks while leading their military campaigns along Argosaronic shores.
The town of Poros rests dramatically on top of a tiny volcanic island of Kalavriaa separated from its sister island Sphairia by a thin narrow isthmus making Poros an actual “island-pair”. Dominated by an imposing clock tower which overlooks the beautifully preserved traditional Greek island houses the town delightfully reflects scenes form bygone times tastefully blended with exciting rhythms of modern society.
Time flies by unnoticeably once you surrender to the alluring charms of the narrow cobbled passages that lead you from one revelation to another forever etching memorable impressions into you heart.
Often referred to as the “Venice of the Saronic Gulf” the two towns’ sole contact is by boat giving them a special charm and feeling of living “on” water.
The passage through the 200 meter wide strait provides an unforgettable view of the gorgeous traditionally White & Blue painted classic houses of Poros town on the island side and enchanting lemon orchards embracing the lively fishing village of Galatas on the Peloponnese side.
Expressed masterfully by the words of the great American writer Henry Miller: “…suddenly I realized that we were sailing through the streets. If there is one dream which I like above all others it is that of sailing on land. Coming into Poros gives the illusion of the deep dream. Suddenly the land converges on all sides and the boat is squeezed into a narrow strait from which there seems to be no egress. The men and women of Poros are hanging out of the windows, just above your head. You pull in right under their friendly nostrils, as though for a shave and haircut en route.”
Cloaked in mythical mist Poros island was the stage of countless legends and historic events involving gods, nobles and mortals alike.
Believed to be the island of Poseidon its forests shelter the 6 century B.C. temple dedicated to the revered sea-god which is also the very place where according to historians, the great Greek orator Demosthenes ended his life fleeing form the unforgiving Macedons. Theseus, the fearless slayer of the mighty Minotaur was born here and Minoan & Mycenaean Kings left their marks while leading their military campaigns along Argosaronic shores.
The town of Poros rests dramatically on top of a tiny volcanic island of Kalavriaa separated from its sister island Sphairia by a thin narrow isthmus making Poros an actual “island-pair”. Dominated by an imposing clock tower which overlooks the beautifully preserved traditional Greek island houses the town delightfully reflects scenes form bygone times tastefully blended with exciting rhythms of modern society.
Time flies by unnoticeably once you surrender to the alluring charms of the narrow cobbled passages that lead you from one revelation to another forever etching memorable impressions into you heart.