Poros is an extremely picturesque and aristocratic island blessed with sheer natural beauty and bearing unique nobility, a fact that you will realize as soon as you shall reach its scenic and elegant port. Situated at a close distance from the main ports of the prefecture of Attica, Poros is considered to be an ideal resort for long-term holidays but even for a weekend escapade from the daily routine.
The island of Poros belongs to the Saronic Islands cluster, which is situated at the Saronic Gulf, and its distance from Attica is 30 nautical miles. It covers an area of 33 m2 and it has approximately 3.600 inhabitants. Poros has a fine tourist substructure and a fine road network as well.
The capital town and port of Poros, which throbs with cobbled roads, narrow alleys, traditional houses and scenic quarters, has many interesting sightseeing, such as the naval station, the clock, the ruins of the Doric sanctuary of Poseidon, the municipal library, the islet of Bourtzi and the archaeological museum.
On the island you can also visit the superb settlement of Askeli, a piney and coastal resort gifted with amazing beaches and a sacred monastery.
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