Poros is a small and charming Greek town located within the Saronic Gulf Islands, in the municipality of Elios Pronnoci and, more exactly, towards the south eastern area of Kefalonia. This destination is very attractive for a variety of reasons since it offers several different attractions and could be a great choice for tourists who enjoy the sea as well as to those who enjoy the nature or to those who wish to meet spots rich in history.
Continue reading The town of PorosCategory: Saronic Gulf Islands
Some of the most popular Saronic Gulf Islands in Greece include Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. These islands are known for their stunning scenery, crystal-clear waters, and quaint villages. Visitors to the Saronic Gulf Islands can enjoy activities such as swimming, sunbathing, hiking, and exploring the many historical sites and ruins.
Hydra
Hydra is the largest of the Saronic Gulf Islands and is a popular destination for tourists. This island is home to numerous beaches, restaurants, cafes, and shops. Visitors can also take a boat ride to the nearby island of Poros or Aegina.
Poros
Poros is a small island located just off the coast of Hydra. This island is known for its tranquil atmosphere and is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing.
Aegina
Aegina is the largest and most populous of the Saronic Gulf Islands. This island is home to a number of archaeological sites, as well as beaches, restaurants, and shops.
The island and municipality of Hydra
The island of Hydra belongs to the Greek Saronic Islands, in the Aegean Sea. Besides this, it is also interesting to know that the Hydra Gulf separates this island from the Peloponnese. Anciently, this island name was Hydra, a word which refers to ancient springs it had until about 50 years ago.
Continue reading The island and municipality of HydraSpetses – in Attica
Spetses, located within the prefecture of Attica, is a small sized island which belongs to the Saronic Gulf islands’ archipelago. This island used to belong to the Argolidocorinthis archipelago until about half century ago, when that prefecture became divided between Corinthia and Argolis.
Continue reading Spetses – in AtticaThe small island of Moni
Moni is a little island part of the Greek Sardonic Gulf islands. This little island has a sister islet called Angistri, and together they make an excellent destination to all those who enjoy peaceful and beautiful places as well as attractive beaches and great sea landscapes.
Continue reading The small island of MoniThe beginnings of Aegina
The island of Aegina is part of the Greek Saronic Islands, located in the Saronic Gulf. Aegina shows a triangular shape and counts with a territory of 15 kilometers of width and 13 kilometers of length, and almost two third parts of this territory are occupied by an extinct volcano.
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