Resource - Πόρος

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THE Resource is her area Of the Saronic Gulf.

Generally

THE Resource is a green island in the Saronic Gulf, 32 nautical miles from it Piraeus. It has an area of ​​33 sq.km., a coastline of 42 km and a population of about 3,650.

In ancient times it was considered the island of Poseidon, god of the sea. The word "Poros" in ancient Greek means a small sea passage, and correctly described the location of Poros since the distance from Peloponnese is only 200m.

The island is divided into two, Calabria is the largest part, while the smallest part in which the city of Poros is located, is called Sfaira.

The pine forests dominate the island, the crystal clear waters and the picturesque city.

Tourist sites

How to get there

How to move

By car

•   Fortress Moto, ☎ 30 229825873, e-mail: [email protected]. Rental of motorcycles, scooters 
•   Moto Stelios, ☎ 30 2298023026. Rental of motorcycles, scooters 

What to see

•   Clock Tower. The clock was built in 1927. It is located at the highest point of the island and the view from there is amazing. 
•   Archaeological Museum, Korizi Square. Wed-Sun 09: 00-15: 00. Finds from the temple of Poseidon, from ancient Magoula, Apathia, Monti, and Agios Konstantinos from Methana are on display. 
•   Small museum of Poros. Daily 09: 00-13: 00 & 18: 00-21: 00. Opened in 2006, it exhibits shells from the Greek seas. The Municipal Library contains more than 8,000 books and more than 200 DVDs. 
•   Temple of Poseidon. The ancient temple of Poseidon is located on the north side of the island. The exact date of construction is not known, it is estimated that it was built in 520 BC. The dimensions of the temple are 27.4x14.4m and it is of Doric style. It has six columns on each small side and 12 along the large side. In this temple Demosthenes drank the poison in 322 BC. during his escape from the Macedonian governor Antipater. 
•   Monastery of Zoodochos fountain. It was founded in 1720, located 4km east of the city of Poros, at the foot of a pine forest. In 1814, a group of monks from Mount Athos found refuge in the monastery. A few years later, these monks founded the monastery of Zoodochos Pigi in Paros. The church is simple without many hagiographies. The wooden iconostasis that was built in Cappadocia in the 17th century, together with the wood-carved iconostasis and the throne, are of great interest. 
•   Bourtzi Castle. It was built in 1828 by Von Heidek on the site of the old church of St. Constantine. The island was ceded to the monastery of Poros in 1770 by Antonios Serfos. The dispute between Hydra and Kapodistrias, gave rise to a great battle that took place here in 1831. 
•   "Diana" summer cinema. Watch a movie under the sky. 
•   Naval Base. Poros housed the first naval base of the modern Greek state, founded in 1827 during the war of independence. Most of the base's activities were transferred to the naval base of Salamis in 1881. The base is still used by the Greek navy as a training center. In 1834 warehouses and a bakery were built to supply the Russian fleet. The Russians used the facility until about 1900. In 1989, by ministerial decision, the Russian pier was declared a historic monument due to its architectural and historical interest. 
•   Ancient Troy. Ancient Trizina is known as the birthplace of Theseus, and is one of the most interesting places near Poros. All the historical finds of Trizina are in the archeological museum. Then after Trizina, at a distance of 3 km, in an area called Royal Tombs, there are tombs of the Mycenaean period. 
•   Lemon forest. An area with more than 30,000 lemons and oranges, and many taverns, is located opposite Galatas in the Peloponnese. From the top it has a very good panoramic view. It is ten minutes by boat. It has been declared a protected area by the European Union. 

Entertainment

•   lovers beach. Cove with blue-green waters under the pines. It is an organized beach with sunbeds, umbrellas and a canteen which serves sandwiches, coffee, ice cream, ouzo, wine and beer. 
•   Russian bay beach. Beautiful bay, declared a historical monument due to its architectural and historical interest. Opposite is the islet of Daskalio, with a church. Nearby is Gerolimenas, a pebble beach on the island of Petra. 
•   Neorio beach. The pines embrace the beach and give the green color to the waters. With crystal clear water, it creates the illusion of a huge mirror. The beach also has a center for marine activities. 
•   Kanali beach. It is located after the bridge that connects the primary school with the settlement. It is 15 minutes walk from the center of the settlement, in the center of Askeli bay 
•   Askeli beach. after the canal, the coastal road continues and leads to Askeli, a few kilometers southeast of the port. Askeli overlooks the open sea and is built amphitheatrically on a pine hillside with panoramic views. A serpentine road goes up from the beach the slope to the top of the hill. 
•   Monastiri beach. The monastery is located on a hill on the east coast, below it there is a quiet beach with crystal clear waters next to a pine forest. The area offers water sports and diving. Sun loungers and parasols are available, and there is a canteen. 
•   Vagonia beach. Vagonia is a quiet beach with sand and pebbles, in the northern part of the island, has sunbeds and umbrellas and a snack bar. 
•   Aliki beach. Aliki is a large beach with shallow waters, Bourtzi is opposite. At the entrance of Poros, as you come by boat from Hydra. 
•   Sickle Water Ski Resort (Hotel, swimming pool and waterski on the continent), Agios Georgios-Moulkia, ☎ 30 2298042540, fax: 30 2298042546, e-mail: [email protected]. The water ski center is managed by Sotiris Kyprios, former slalom champion and his wife Marianna. It can accommodate 45 skiers and teach them how to go water skiing, from beginners to advanced. It has a 25-meter pool, sauna, jacuzzi and restaurant. 
•   Devil Bridge. Walking northwest of Poros, we find a place of natural beauty. Here a small river runs through a deep gorge. 
•   Diving school in Poros, Askeli beach, ☎ 30 697 7261 374, e-mail: [email protected].  
•   Dontas equestrian rides, ☎ 30 6970052845, e-mail: [email protected]. Enjoy the ride to the beaches on horseback 

Events

What will you buy

•   Kostelenos Nurseries (George Kostelenos (Owner)), Trizina, ☎ 30 2298035418, e-mail: [email protected]. These nurseries produce the largest variety of olive trees in the world. It is worth the visit even if you are not a farmer. Better to make an appointment before you go. 

•   Collection, Poros Town, ☎ 30 229822232. Mon, Wed 8: 30-14: 00 Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 9: 30-14: 00 and 18: 30-21: 30. It is housed in a well-preserved building of 1890 in Agios Georgios Square. Observe the traditional architecture, antique furniture and murals on the ceiling. 

•   Citronne Gallery, Poros Town, ☎ 30 22980 22401. A gallery that exhibits works by various artists during the tourist season. It is housed in a beautiful mansion. 
•   Sweets, Poros town, ☎ 30 22980 25651, e-mail: [email protected]. 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. candy store 
•   Fresh Food Market. the only one of its kind 
•   marina Vikos, ☎ 30 2298022020, e-mail: [email protected]. the store in the marina 
•   Bitounis, ☎ 30 22980 24884. Cellar 

Where to go for coffee - drink

•   Malibu. Open until dawn early in the morning. Have fun with parties, events and various activities. You can either have a drink while enjoying the view to the sea or indoors, dancing to the rhythms of experienced DJs in modern rhythms. 
•   Joy. Drinks after sunset. Nice view to the port of Poros, while enjoying your drink and music. 
•   Sofrano, ☎ 30 2298025333. Relaxing terrace on the seafront of Poros. 
•   Sail, Poros waterfront, ☎ 30 6972859511, e-mail: [email protected]. In a beautiful courtyard from a neoclassical house on the beach. 
•   Siroco, Póros, Greece, ☎ 30 6944543687, e-mail: [email protected]. The largest club in Poros, for parties and dancing. Open on weekends during the Winter. 
•   Milk Bar, ☎ 30 2298029298. Iced greek yogurt. 

Where are you going to eat?

•   Poseidon tavern, ☎ 30 22 9802-3597. Enjoy the food with a nice view. Traditional Greek cuisine, with a large variety of appetizers, fresh fish and desserts. The octopus is a specialty. 
•   Primasera, ☎ 30 22 9802-3080. The tavern is a combination of modern and traditional cuisine. One of the oldest taverns on the island. 

•   Garden Restaurant (Close to St George Church), ☎ 30 7974000773. In the cool garden setting, full of bougainvillea and jasmine, enjoy homemade appetizers, fresh fish, grilled meats, and delicious vegetarian dishes. 

•   Platanos Tavern, ☎ 30 695 847 6089. In Platanos the visitor relaxes and enjoys the food in combination with beer or wine under the shade of a big plane tree 200 years old 
•   Dimitris family tavern, ☎ 30 2298023709. Hasapotaverna, at the top of Poros high. The specialties are steaks, burgers, mutton, pork and chicken. 
•   Tavern In Rota, ☎ 30 2298025627. In Heroes Square. Sit back and watch the ships arrive or just relax. 

Where will you stay?

•   Dionysos Bed & Breakfast, Papadopoulou 78, ☎ 30 22980 22530, fax: 30 22980 24503. Free WiFi 
•   Panorama (at Askeli beach), ☎ 30 22980 23411, 30 697 216 9977 (mobile).  
•   Hotel Saron, ☎ 30 22980 22279, fax: 30 22980 23670. 24 rooms, "B" category hotel. Open from April to October. 
• On the clock & the Anemone, ☎ 30 22980 25808, 30 6932 427267 (Cell). Three traditional "B" class apartments and a single. Open all year. 
• rooms Poseidon (Neorio area), ☎ 30 22980 22770, fax: 30 22980 23413.  
•   Nikis Village (1km from the center), ☎ 30 22980 23423, fax: 30 22980 25325. 150m from Neorio beach. The complex includes a swimming pool, and there is free Wi-Fi. All apartments have a balcony overlooking the sea, the mountain and Poros. They have air conditioning, satellite TV, kitchenette, refrigerator, kitchenette. 
•   Ninetta Studios (In Askeli, 250m from the beach), ☎ 30 22980 22297, fax: 30 22980 25325.  
•   hotel Nea Aigli (In Askeli), ☎ 30 2298023200, fax: 30 22980 24345. 80-room hotel with views 
•   Paul Hotel (In front of Neorion beach), ☎ 30 22980 22734, fax: 30 22980 22735. in Neoriou bay, in front of the beach 
•   Seven Brothers, Heroes Square (100m from the pier, in front of the bus stop), ☎ 30 22980 23412. In the center of the port and the city, next to Alpha Bank. 
•   Hotel Manessi (Next to the clock tower), ☎ 30 22980 22273, fax: 30 22980 24345. Panoramic view 

•   Xenia Poros Image Hotel, ☎ 30 095544584, fax: 30 22980 25725. Large rooms. It has a meeting room, gym, restaurant, marina, beach bar with sunbeds and umbrellas for customers. 
•   Hotel Sirene Blue Resort, Monastery 18020 - Poros, ☎ 30 22980 22741, e-mail: [email protected]. It has two swimming pools, a beach with a tavern and a beach bar with wooden floors under the pine trees. The cosmopolitan Roof Garden restaurant has live music 
•   Hotel Golden View, ☎ 30 22980 22277, fax: 30 22980 22983. One of the oldest hotels in Poros. It has been recently renovated. The hotel has appeared in many old Greek movies. 

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Health and precautions

Communications

Small problems

Next destinations

Poros is connected to its island Aegina and the Methana peninsula by ferry, and with Hydra, Spetses, Hermione and Porto Heli with hydrofoil.

• Aegina - was an opponent of Athens in ancient Greece, and the first capital of the modern Greek state.

• Epidaurus - The 15,000-seat theater is located on a hill above the port of Epidaurus, and is famous for its good acoustics.

• Methana - visit the volcano

• Troezen - visit the ancient Trizina and the Royal Tombs.

• Hydra - without cars, built on a hill around the port, excites visitors with the mansions

• Spetses - island with medieval villas and beautiful beaches

• Porto Heli - a small town with a large port, with many fishing boats.

• Kranidi - famous area for the Amanzo'e Aman Resort

• Nafplio - near the archeological site Mycenae, one UNESCO World Heritage Site

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