Paros is one of the many islands of Greece. Let's find out what it offers.
Poros, in Greece, is a small island in the gulf. Saronic, just 200 meters from Peloponnesus, owes its name to the canal that separates it from the continent. It has only 45000 inhabitants and an area of 28 square kilometers. It is actually made up of two islands, Kalavria and Sferia, connected to each other by an isthmus: the smaller island houses the capital, City of Poros, an unmissable destination that is the most inhabited and equipped part, unlike the second one, which is more characterized by wild nature. Unfortunately, compared to other islands, The beaches are certainly not its strong point. but it is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in Greek culture, visit the streets of the capital and enjoy a quiet vacation in complete relaxation.
It is the only main center on the island. city of pores, where the port is also located, and activities take place mainly around its streets. Here you can choose between different places and restaurants: Its streets are unmissable from where you can enjoy an impressive landscape. In Poros you can also visit the Zoodochos Pigis monastery.
All the beaches are located in the southern part of the island, the first are Kanali Beach and Askeli Beach: the latter is the largest and also the most frequented by tourists, equipped with clubs and facilities on the beach. Another beautiful beach is Megalo Neorion, which has several taverns where you can taste traditional Greek dishes. Unlike the others, however, there is Calypso Bay, where it is possible to cool off in the shade of the pine forest near the sea. The last beach is Russian Bay, characterized by large pebbles, where the remains of a russian fortification of the 800th century.
Poros does not have an airport, so it is possible to arrive directly from Italy with several airlines, including low-cost ones, to Athens airport and thus reach the island. by sea with the Hellenic Seaways company. The island is not very big, so it is possible to visit it easily. engagement by bicycle or scooter, to easily reach the different beaches and the Zoodochos Pigis monastery. The only place where it is possible stay This is, of course, the city of Poros, where you can choose from several hotels, residences and apartments for rent; Otherwise, you can choose to stay in Galatas, in the Peloponnese, taking advantage of the shuttles that connect the mainland with the island.
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