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9-41 ΑΓΚΙΣΤΡΙ / AGISTRI

Why Agistri: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία. Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε! / Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy. All you must know

82-101: ΠΟΡΟΣ / POROS

Why Poros: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε! / Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy. All you must know

102-119: ΣΑΛΑΜΙΝΑ/ SALAMINA

Why Salamina: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία. Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε! / Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy. All you must know

Games: Για την παραλία… / For the beach…

120-145 ΣΠΕΤΣΕΣ / SPETSES

Why Spetses: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία. Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε! / Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy. All you must know

Travel in Style: Για εντυπωσιακές

καλοκαιρινές εμφανίσεις

/ Be stylish during summer

Crossword: Για την παραλία…

/ For the beach…

42-81: ΑΙΓΙΝΑ / AEGINA

Why Aegina: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία. Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε!

/ Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy.

All you must know

Games: Για την παραλία… / For the beach…

Recipe: Χαλούμι με κρούστα από φιστίκια Αιγίνης / Halloumi with Aegina’s pistachio crust

7 THINGS you must do while you are on the island

Local products of Aegina

Άγιος Νεκτάριος: Η ιστορία του μοναστηριού / Agios Nektarios: Monastery’s history

146-170: Υ∆ΡΑ/ HYDRA

Why Hydra: Παραλίες, τοπία, ιστορία, γαστρονομία Όλα όσα πρέπει να γνωρίζετε! / Beaches, landscapes, history, gastronomy.

All you must know

Edito

Η αγάπη για τον εαυτό μας είναι μια από τις πιο σημαντικές

και απαραίτητες πτυχές της ψυχικής υγείας και της

ευτυχίας μας. Ωστόσο δεν είναι λίγες οι φορές που όλοι

μας τον έχουμε αφήσει στο περιθώριο ενώ αφιερώνουμε

χρόνο και προσοχή στους άλλους. Την επόμενη φορά

λοιπόν που θα αφήσεις εσένα και τα «θέλω» σου στην

άκρη, που θα κοιταχτείς στον καθρέφτη και θα θυμώσεις

με την εικόνα σου, που θα δοκιμάσεις εκείνο το ξεχασμένο

τζιν και θα σε πάρει από κάτω που δεν σου χωράει πια, είναι σημαντικό να θυμάσαι πως ο εαυτός μας είναι η πιο ουσιαστική σχέση που έχουμε στη ζωή μας και ότι η αγάπη μας για αυτόν, είναι ο πυλώνας της ψυχικής μας ευεξίας και ευτυχίας.

Το να φροντίζουμε και να αγαπάμε τον εαυτό μας σημαίνει να αποδεχόμαστε αυτό που είμαστε, μέσα και έξω Εσωτερικά και εξωτερικά Με τα προτερήματα και τα ελαττώματά μας Αυτό φυσικά δεν σημαίνει ότι πρέπει να σταματήσουμε να επιδιώκουμε τη βελτίωση και την ανάπτυξή μας, αλλά αντίθετα, ότι πρέπει να είμαστε ευαίσθητοι στις ανάγκες και τις επιθυμίες μας και να τις λαμβάνουμε υπόψη όταν προγραμματίζουμε τη ζωή μας

Οφείλουμε να αντιμετωπίζουμε τον εαυτό μας με σεβασμό και κατανόηση. Πρέπει να αναγνωρίζουμε την αξία μας, να προστατεύουμε τα όριά μας και να λέμε όχι σε πράγματα

που δεν μας κάνουν καλό. Να μας φροντίζουμε σήμερα

αλλά και κάθε μέρα, για να μας... έχουμε αύριο!

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AGISTRI

Pure and of great natural beauty, Agistri is the ideal place to spend your summer holidays! The island of joy and carelessness full with life in every inch! Bicycles all around, children playing carefree, couples walking holding hands and watching the sunset ...

Saronic Ferries

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The boat arrives in Scala, where the heartbeat of the island beats! Numerous shops, taverns, cafes, hotels, rooms are there! The beach of Scala with its golden sand and beach bars is a great choice for you to hang out, swim or even dive!

ΣΚΆΛΆ - SCALA

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In Scala there are two well organized beaches. One beach is located at the beginning of the village, next to the port and in front of the church of Agioi Anargyroi. It is a beautiful sandy beach, with crystal clear shallow waters. It attracts a lot of people and many families, as the sea is shallow and suitable for children and the elderly. The other one is located on your way to exit the village and it also attracts a lot of people, as it is both pebbled and in parts sandy.

Tip: Both beaches offer umbrellas with sunbeds and tables where you can have a drink or a snack.

After swimming, rent a bicycle! If you want to live the island to the fullest, forget about the luxury that a car offers.

You open your eyes and you only see green and blue sea! Take your bikes and leave for Megalochori! It’s just10 minutes away!

ΣΚΛΗΡΗ- SKLIRI

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To the left of Scala, following the coastal road to the southeast, you will reach the rocky area of Skliri. A beach with

crystal clear, green-blue waters.

Tip: A little further down you will find an organized part of the beach where you can enjoy your coffee!

ΜΆΡΙΖΆ - MARIZA

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The picturesque port of Mariza is 200 meters away from Limenaria and is a sample of the beauty and magic. Mariza is a rocky beach, full of pine trees, with deep crystal clear wate rs, to which access is easy and by any means of transport. Tip: It is a cove in which many love to moor their boats.

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ΔΡΆΓΩΝΈΡΆ - DRAGONERA

ΜΈΓΆΛΟΧΩΡΙ - MEGALOCHORI

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The coastal road after Megalochori turns south and continues parallel to the beach, crossing a dense forest and beautiful coves with clear blue waters. Pebble beach with sunbeds umbrellas and water sports, crystal clear, shallow waters and pines reaching the sea. In Megali Dragonera you will find coffee, food and cocktails. Enjoy the sunrise as it is said to be the most beautiful on the island!

There are two beaches with clear blue waters both sandy and pebble. The first beach is located to the left of the port of Megalochori and the second one is on the right of the port and consists of small organized sandy beaches. Tip: On the second beach, you will find umbrellas, sunbeds and tables, where you can enjoy with your an ice-cream or a meal.

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ΆΠΟΝΗΣΟΣ - APONISOS

To the left of Scala, following the coastal road, southeast you reach Skliri. Continuing on a narrow path, after a dreamy path through the pines, you will end up in a natural blue bay, with large white pebbles and green-blue waters. Welcome to... Halikiada!

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On the west of Limenaria, you will find the beach of Aponisos, where the pines embrace the sea, offering you relaxation and tranquility. The pines end up in small flat rocks and thus reach the crystal clear waters of the sea.

Tip: Access to Aponisos is easy by car, bike, motorcycle or local bus.

Tip: Access is difficult, requires great attention and can only be done on foot. The waters are shallow at first and then steep and deep enough.

ΠΩΣ ΘΆ ΠΆΤΈ - REACHING THE ISLAND S

From the port of Piraeus depart daily routes of Saronic Ferries to Agistri while the journey takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

22970 91260

22970 91201

22970 91541

22970 91215

22970 91110

22970 91540

Before leaving the island, discover Halikiada, one of the most impressive beaches on the island…

ΧΆΛΙΚΙΆΔΆ - CHALIKIADA

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22970 91244, 6973016132

22970 91455, 697761804

USEFUL PHONES

Megalochori Municipalty 22970 91260

Scala Police 22970 91201

Megalochori Port Authority 22970 91541

Regional Clinic Megalochori 22970 91215

Scala Regional Clinic 22970 91110

Megalochori Pharmacy 22970 91540

Bus Scala 22970 91244, 6973016132

TAXI Scala 22970 91455, 697761804

AEGINA

ISLAND

You will reach Aegina, the biggest island of the Argosaronic Gulf, by boat in about 1 hour and 15 seconds from Piraeus. The first thing you will see while you are still on the boat is Aegina’s city and the port.

The island was an important commercial port of the ancient

world but also a temporary seat of government (18281829) of the newly established Greek state. Its great history has been reflected in the majestic monuments of classical antiquity, in its Byzantine chapels but also in the elegant neoclassical buildings of the 19th century. Aegina is also internationally famous for its pistachio and ceramics.

The rare natural beauties and idyllic landscapes of Aegina have inspired great Greek artists throughout the ages who chose to live in this beautiful island. According to mythology it was named Aegina from the daughter of the God Asopus, Aegina, whom Zeus fell in love with and abducted to the island of Oinoni, which was renamed Aegina. It is the island where Nikos Kazantzakis spent 20 whole years and wrote some of his most important works.

CITY OF AEGINA

Φτάνοντας στο λιμάνι η πόλη της Άίγινας, που μάλιστα ήταν η πρώτη πρωτεύουσα του Έλληνικού Κράτους από το 1828 έως το 1829, μας καλωσορίζει, με το γραφικό εκκλησάκι του Άγίου Νικολάου να ξεχωρίζει. Πρόκειται για μία πόλη γραφική και ζωντανή μιας και έχει κόσμο χειμώνα και καλοκαίρι. Στα στενά της θα συναντήσεις δεκάδες καφέ, εστιατόρια, μπαρ αλλά και εμπορικά καταστήματα.

Arriving at the port you will see Aegina city, which was the capital of Greece from 1828 to 1829. Saint Nicolas church is standing among the traditional houses and alleys beautifully. You will find many shops, restaurants, cafes, gelato, souvenirs and local products while walking on its narrow streets! It is one of the most crowded places on the island all year long.

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TEMPLE OF APOLLO / ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM

woman’s head and the body of half an eagle, half a lion. Tip: The Sphinx of Aegina comes from the excavations in Kolona in 1903.

Info: Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 - 17:30 Admission Fee: Full 4€, Reduced 2€ . T: 2297022248

- TEMPLE OF APHAIA

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In five minutes walk from the port of Aegina you will find the hill of Kolona which has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The excavations continue till today while Walls and Foundations have already been found. The Column, in its rectangular shape, is what has remained from the Temple of Apollo in the 6th century BC. During excavations a cemetery was found, while in the graves there was also found gold jewelry, which are exhibited at the British Museum.

At the same are there is the Archaeological Museum. There, you can admire a great collection of ceramics and sculptures from all periods of Aegina. The most important exhibit is the statue of the Sphinx, a votive monument of the early classical period, which was dedicated to the temple of Apollo. It is a unique sculpture of a

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The Temple of Aphaia is a must visit in Aegina. Built on a hill of 160m, it is surrounded by pine trees and stands out for its unique energy. It has been a place of worship since prehistoric times.

The Temple of Aphaia is located 15 kilometers away from the capital of Aegina and 2 km east of Mesagros. It was built in 500 - 490 BC on a former temple, which had been destroyed by fire. People of Aegina decided to demolish it but retaining the gate and the large altar and to rebuild a new one that will depict the sculptures of the “Aeginian” School. The new temple took its final form in 500 BC and is an excellent example of archaic architecture.

Tip: Next to the Temple there is a small archeological museum, the Museum of Aphaia, in which parts of the temple are exhibited.

ΆΓΙΆ ΜΆΡΙΝΆ - AGIA MARINA

Agia Marina is a place of great tourist attraction 14klm away from the City of Aegina and half an hour drive. The church located on the south side of the bay has given its name to the area. The huge pine forest that surrounds the sandy beach makes an amazing scenery. The largest beach of the island since it is about 500m long is organized with plenty of beach bars, cafes and taverns. Its shallow waters make it ideal for families as children can enjoy swimming and playing -almost- freely. Of course, beyond the central beach of the area you can find several equally beautiful coves to swim privately. Agia Marina can be reached by car or bus heading towards the East of the island, while there is also the option of arriving at its port directly from Piraeus.

Tip: Just a minute away from Agia Marina you will find Alones area, where you can also make a stop!

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- SOUVALA

10 kilometers northeast of Aegina you will find Souvala - you can also reach Souvala from Piraeus directly by boat - the second port of the island.There you will see a lots of restaurants, cafes and shops with a great sea view.

ΒΆΓΙΆ - VAGIA

On the north side of the island, east of Souvala, you will find the port of Vagia. Thanks to the archaeological findings, it seems that people have lived in this village, since antiquity. You can swim and relax at the organized sandy beach.

ΚΥΨΈΛΗ - KYPSELI

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It is situated 3 kilometers east of the port and it is the second most populous place on the island. Thanks to the archeological findings we know that Kypseli has been inhabited since ancient times with proof of the picturesque church of Agios Nikolaos in Moulos which was built on the ruins of an ancient theater and the tombs found in Leonti. Its central square is dominated by one of its Byzantine and Post-Byzantine churches, the church of Evangelistria, built in 1875-1880 by local craftsmen, next to the remains of an older church of the same name.

ΜΟΥΣΈΙΟ ΚΆΠΡΆΛΟΥCAPRALOS MUSEUM

Christos Kapralos, was born in 1909 and he is a Greek sculptor, painter and engraver. His work was inspired by the daily life of people, by peace and war but also by his relationships with his friends and relatives. He is one of the greatest representatives of modernism in Greece.

Tip: The bronze statue “The Mother”, placed opposite the museum, overlooks the sea and symbolizes the Greek mother who is expecting for her naval son.

Info: Opening Hours: Wednesday - Friday 08:3015:30 Saturday & Sunday 09:30 - 16:30 Admission Fee: Free . T: 2297022001

ΜΟΝΆΣΤΗΡΙ ΆΓΙΟΥ ΝΈΚΤΆΡΙΟΥ MONASTERY OF AGIOS NEKTARIOS

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It is considered to be a miracle worker, as Saint Nektarios or Nektarios of Pentapolis or Nektarios of Aegina, is a modern saint of the Eastern Orthodox Church who is believed to have performed miracles while he was still alive. In addition, the Monastery of Agios Nektarios in Aegina is not only one of the largest Monasteries in Greece, but also one of the largest Orthodox churches in the Balkans.

Tip: The Monastery of Agios Nektarios started operating by Agios Nektarios himself and he considered it an “Ecclesiastical Parthenon”.

Leaving Aegina behind us and going to Marathonas we will find Faros. It is a picturesque port that some of you may have seen in the movie “Holiday in Aegina” starring Vougiouklakis and Barkoulis. On the beach, next to the harbor with the fishing boats, there were two famous taverns back then. One of which was “Faros” on the right, from where the area got its name.

- AGIOI

The most characteristic spot of the village is the yellow church of St. Crispos, named after the Jewish rabbi who was baptized a Christian Orthodox, Agioi is a small village built around the coastal road 1 kilometer to the east, right after Souvala.

ΚΆΜΆΡΈΣ - KAMARES

On your way to Souvala, you will meet Kamares beach with several trees and dense shadows. If you are a fan of unorganized beaches, Kamares is a good choice. If you prefer the organized ones, Souvala’s beach is more appropriate you with sunbeds, umbrellas and beach bars to drink your coffee!

GAME SUDOKU

ΜΆΡΆΘΩΝΆΣ- MARATHONAS

Tip: Marathonas offers plenty choices for dining while most restaurants are literally on the sand.

ΠΟΡΤΈΣ - PORTES

In order to get there, follow the road from the port that passes through the hinterland of Aegina to Pahia Rachi. When you arrive at Portes forget your car, mobile and relax by the sea.

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ΆΙΓΙΝΗΤΙΣΣΆ - AEGINITISSA

We follow the coastal road from the port of Aegina to the southern part of the island, about 4 km away and we arrive in Marathonas! Most houses here are newly built and perched on the hillside. Marathonas is known for its two bustling beaches, Marathon A and Marathon B, which are 400 meters apart. Vegetated beaches, sandy, organized and shallow are both ideal for families as they offer shade, food and easy access.

For those who prefer cosmopolitan lifestyle, an organized beach, with good food, nice music, cocktails, drinks etc, Aeginitissa is ideal.

ΠΈΡΔΙΚΆ - PERDIKA

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Perdika is located in a spot with an incredible view, which brings you inner peace. Its narrow streets and whitewashed houses with their courtyards full of flowers refer to Cycladic architecture.

The beach is not sandy so if you prefer a sandy one, 2-3 kilometers away you will find some amazing sandy beaches:

Tip: You should not leave Perdika without having a fish meal!

- MONI

Just a breath away from Perdika, you will find the island of Moni. This island belongs, as its name suggests, to a monastery and is not inhabited. In Moni you will see dense vegetation with trees and alleys for beautiful hiking. Since 1962 it has been declared as a park for natural breeding of prey and there live free peacocks, deer and ibex, all of them familiar with people.

Sarpa, Klima, Klidi behind the mountain village of Sfentouri.

7 THINGS YOU MUST DO

. Visit and join the potters’ workshops in Mesagros. Aegina has been famous since ancient times for the quality of its ceramics. Aeginetan jugs were famous in the ancient world for their unique ability to keep water cool.

. Walk to the harbor to buy fruit and vegetables from the floating greengrocers moored on the quayside.

. A ride with a horse-drawn carriage on the coastal avenue of the island.

. Visit the “House of Kazantzakis”. Known as “Koukouli”, the permanent residence of the important Greek writer, during the period 1936-1944, is located in the seaside area of Livadi.

. Discover the Aegina Fistiki Fest. It is one of the most important culinary and cultural festivals of the country and it takes place every September.

. Aegina has beautiful routes, mountain or coastal, for walkers. Follow the path from Marathon to Elaiona of Aegina and Pachia Rachi. Take the ride from Aegina to the village of Perdika by bike along the coastline.

AEGINA

LOCAL PRODUCTS

The “King” of local production is Aegina’s pistachio. You can enjoy it raw or cooked, or use it as an ingredient in savory and sweet recipes. A special traditional dish of the island is also oven lamb or goat, baked in a pistachio crust. Moreover try geremezi (soft, creamy cheese), aromatic honey, olive oil, local varieties of wine, delicious figs or katsoules (a Saronic fish with a sweet taste found mainly in the waters of Aegina thanks to the special composition of its waters).

USEFUL INFO

Aegina Health Care center 2297 320 100, Aegina Port Authority (itineraries) 22970 22328, KTEL Aegina 22970 22787, Radio Taxi Aegina 22970 2010, Taxi AFAIA Aegina 22970 22635.

ΔΡΟΜΟΛΟΓΙΆ S

Every day from the port of Piraeus there are itineraries with Saronic Ferries that arrive at the port of Aegina in about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Halloumi with Aegina’s pistachio crust

Ingredients

• 1 package of

• 100 gr Aegina’s pistachios

by Valentina

• 100 gr of corn flakes

• 100 gr GMO flour

• 2 eggs

• sunflower oil for frying

Method

Cut the halloumi into slices about the thickness of a finger. In a blender, put the corn flakes with the pistachios and grind them, but not for too long so they don’t turn into powder.

Mix the eggs adding some water inside.

Start the breading, put the halloumi in the flour and sprinkle it on all sides. Shake off the flour not needed and dip it in the egg.

Then, pour the halloumi into the grated pistachios, pressing lightly with your fingers us until it makes a crust.

Heat the sunflower oil and fry the halloumi until it has a nice golden color.

Place on absorbent paper to keep the extra oil and serve.

• It can be super tasty in a salad or served with honey on top and dried fig.

POROS

A HIDDEN GEM OF SERENITY AND CHARM!

point of the island that’s why the view from there is amazing. It was built in 1927 and the cost of its construction was covered by the Poriot MP from Trizinia, Ioannis Char. Papadopoulos, who also took care of the purchase of an elaborate mechanism of operation, made in America in 1915.

The mechanism of the clock, after being repaired and modified, is now installed on the ground floor of the building in a glass case.

ANCIENT TEMPLE OF POSEIDON

It is one of the most beautiful tiny islands of our country and is located just a few miles away from Athens! A small paradise with incredible natural beauty and history! Poros is an island in the Saronic Gulf which is located a short distance from the coast of the Peloponnese and opposite the village of Galatas in Trizinia. That is why it is an ideal destination not only for holidays but also for short all-day excursions!

ΤΟ ΡΟΛΟΙ - THE CLOCK

The Ancient Temple of Poseidon is located on the north side of the island, in Palatia are which is between Vigla and Profitis Ilias. It is estimated that it was built in 520 BC. and is Doric in style with 6 columns in width and 12 in length and with 2 entrances. In fact, it is one of the three great sanctuaries of Poseidon around the Saronic Gulf.

The Clock which is a symbol of the island, is easily accessible from the port. It stands among prickly pears and pines at the highest

The Temple formed an isosceles triangle with Aphaia Aegina and Poseidon of Sounio. Few ruins remain today of the Doric temple (6th century) which is made of blue limestone. However, it continues to be one of the most important monuments of antiquity in Ancient Kalavria, in perhaps the most beautiful part of the island.

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ΆΣΚΈΛΙ - ASKELI

Right after Κanali you will reach the beautiful Askeli, which is built amphitheatrically on the slope of a pine-covered hill with pan-

oramic view from above. There you can find an organized sandy beach with beach bar, beach volleyball court, tables with chairs, sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, ski school and water sports facilities. On the beach there is a place to play rackets and tall eucalyptus trees that create shade for those who are not sun lovers.

ΠΆΡΆΛΙΆ

- MONASTIRI BEACH

Just right after Askeri beach you will find Monastiri beach which the Monastery’s beach.

ΖΩΟΔΟΧΟΥ ΠΗΓΗΣ ZOODOCHOU PIGI MONASTERY

The Monastery of Zoodochou Pigi was built on the 18th century on a green slope, overlooking the sea, 4 km from the center of Poros and is a sample of the unique island monastery architecture, a perfect combination of peace, simplicity and picturesqueness. At the entrance of the Monastery there is a water source known for its healing properties, from which the Monastery took its name.

ΝΆΥΣΤΆΘΜΟΣ RUSSIAN NAVAL STATION

To the west of the port of Poros, 5 kilometers north, in a beautiful bay, the ruins of the amphitheatrically built Russian Naval Station are preserved. After the end of the Russo-Turkish war, the Russians chose this port to create a station for the Russian fleet. So in 1834 they built there a complex of buildings used for the manufacture of galeta and for the storage of materials, food and coal that served to supply the Russian fleet. The Russians maintained the property until 1900. At the beginning of the 20th century, the then Greek ambassador to Russia Alexandros Tombazis - a native of Poriotsuggested to the Tsar the transfer of ownership of the area to the Greek State for the good of the Greek Navy. The Tsar agreed and so the Russian Naval Base came under the jurisdiction of the Naval Service that was then based in Poros. Since 1989 it has been designated as a historically preserved monument, due to its great architectural and historical interest.

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ΔΆΣΚΆΛΙΟ - DASKALIO ISLAND

Exactly opposite the Russian Naval Station you will find the small island of Daskalio with the small church of the Koimisis of Theotokou, in a beautiful and picturesque cove. It was probably named so because during the Turkish occupation it functioned as a “secret school”. But what makes Daskalio special is the fact that if you look at it from above, it looks as it has the shape of a heart!

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ΦΆΡΟΣ «ΝΤΆΝΆ»- DANA LIGHTHOUSE

“Dana” Lighthouse, at the entrance of the Gulf of Poros, was built in 1870 by the French Society of Ottoman Lighthouses. It is one of the most beautiful square stone lighthouses in Greece and is one of the newest monuments in the naval history of the place. The height of its tower is 9 meters and its focal height is 32 meters, while it is less than 6 km from the city of Poros. The path from the main road to the lighthouse is good and the journey does not take more than fifteen minutes. So whats better than walking to reach the lighthouse from there, so as to admire the beautiful view of the Saronic Gulf and of Methana.

ΛΙΜΆΝΆΚΙ ΤΗΣ ΆΓΆΠΗΣ - LOVE BAY

Το Λιμανάκι της Αγάπης ένας πολύ ρομαντικός όρμος, όπου μπορεί κανείς να απολαύσει το πράσινο και τα γαλαζοπράσινα

νερά κάνοντας μπάνιο ...κάτω από τα πεύκα! Είναι oργανωμένη

παραλία με ομπρέλες, ξαπλώστρες, τραπεζάκια και μια καντίνα, στην οποία μπορείτε να φάτε κάτι πρόχειρο, να πιείτε τον καφέ σας, παγωτά ή αναψυκτικά, ούζο, τσίπουρο, κρασί και μπύρες. Το Λιμανάκι της Αγάπης συγκοινωνεί με την πόλη του Πόρου με ταξί ή με βαρκούλες από το Νεώριο.

The Love Bay is a very romantic cove, where you can enjoy the green and turquoise waters and swim... under the pines! It is an organized beach with umbrellas, sunbeds, tables and a canteen, where you can eat, drink your coffee, soft drinks, ouzo, tsipouro, wine or beers! You can reach the Love Bay by car, taxi or by boat from Neorio.

GALATAS LEMON FOREST

Ancient Troizina was built on the northern slope of Mount Aderes. The archeological findings are exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Poros. While three kilometers away from Galatas, on your way to Troizina, you will fing the Royal Tombs of Magoula, which are vaulted monuments from the Mycenaean years which are an important example of Mycenaean Civilization.

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ΝΈΩΡΙΟ - MIKRO NEORIO

The Lemon Forest is an area with more than 30,000 lemon and orange trees, and many taverns, located in Galata and which has been declared a protected area by the European Union. The forest ends at the sandy beaches of Plaka and Alykes.

ΤΡΟΙΖΗΝΆ ANCIENT TROIZINA

A small but beautiful sandy beach, organized and with pines that reach the sea.

ΜΈΓΆΛΟ ΝΈΩΡΙΟ MEGALO NEORIO

Ancient Troizina is located about 7 km outside Galatas. According to mythology, it was the homeland of Theseus.

Megalo Neorio is an organized sandy beach with free entrance.There is also a water sports school in the area. Pine trees facing the sea and taverns provide the ideal setting for you to spend the day overlooking the sea.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM

Kalavria, from Modi and Ag. Constantine of Methane. The exhibition of the Museum extends in two rooms, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor of the building, while the art gallery of Poros hosts many exhibitions of Greek and foreign artists, especially during summer. The exhibits of the museum compose a rich collection that covers all time periods, from the Mycenaean Age to the Roman years and the first Christian centuries.

The Archaeological Museum of Poros is located in Koryzi Square and there are exhibited sculptures, inscriptions and architectural members, statues of the classical period and archaeological finds of the area, which came from the excavations of the Temple of Poseidon (6th century BC), Ancient Troizina (home of the mythological hero Theseus), the Royal Tombs of Magoula (which are a sample of the great Mycenaean civilization), Apathy,

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FOLKLORE MUSEUM OF POROS

The Folklore Museum of Poros was created by the members of the Cultural Association of Women of Poros “PORIOTISSA” and the folklore material was collected from donations of members and friends and from markets. So take a look at the tradition and the interesting collection of household utensils, everyday objects, tools of rural life, furniture of the folk house, loom, embroidery, textiles, all kinds of handicrafts, costumes, costumes, photos.

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swimming, as from there you can enjoy the sunset, better than any other beach. There is a beach bar and a restaurant available.

THE DEVIL’S BRIDGE

The Devil Bridge is a steep area with wild beauty, right after Troizina. It is an impressive ravine, with dense and lush vegetation, full of plane trees, oleanders and age-old trees. At the bottom runs a small river, which descends from the mountain and creates in various places blue deep lakes between the huge rocks. The gorge is green and enviable for walking and of course for exploring.

ΠΆΡΆΛΙΆ ΚΆΛΥΨΩ CALYPSO BEACH

Calypso is a small beach, full of pines and ideal for afternoon

- KANALI

Kanali beach is located right after the bridge that connects the Gymnasium with the Settlement and is only 8 minutes away from the port of Poros. It is a very beautiful, organized sandy beach with a beach bar and wonderful views of the open sea. Kanali connects to the city of Poros by bus or taxi.

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SALAMINA

ISLAND

A BEAUTIFUL DESTINATION WITH DISTINCT IDENTITY!

Salamina, also known as Koulouri in antiquity, is the largest island in the Saronic Gulf and the closest one to the coasts of Attika. It is located in the northwest part of the Saronic Gulf and the its capital is the homonymous city of Salamina. Salamina is the homeland of Homer’s King Aiada of Telamonios and the tragic poet Euripides. It is also internationally known for the historic Battleship that happened in 480 BC between the Greeks and the Persian Empire, the result of which was the victory of the Greeks and the final end to the Persian plans to spread to Europe. The great Greek modern poet Angelos Sikelianos stayed in a small house from 1933 to 1950 in Saladmina, opposite the Monastery of Faneromeni. The legendary fighter of the Greek Revolution, Georgios Karaiskakis, had his headquarters at the beach of Salamis, his protector was Saint Demetrius, and so his last wish was to be buried on the island. On the northeastern coast of the island there are the facilities of the Salamis Naval Base.

Salamina attracts a lot of tourists during summer, both for long-term holidays and for one-day excursions, as it is a stone’s throw away from Piraeus and is a very economic destination.

MONASTERY OF FANEROMENI

The Monastery of Faneromeni in Salamina is a historic monastery located on the northwest coast of Salamina island, where a very old and almost abandoned Christian temple used to be. In that temple a picture of the Virgin Mary was found by Lambros Kannelos, who built a monastery and lived in it, and he was eventually sanctified by the Greek Orthodox Church, given the name of Saint Lavrentios. According to the ecclesiastical tradition, he saw three times in his sleep Virgin Mary who ordered him to go to Salamina, to the ruins of the temple, throwing his overcoat into the sea to pass across. He went to the location and, with the help of the inhabitants, he dug up and found the icon of Panagia Faneromeni. The Holy Monastery of Phaneromeni in Salamina is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and it celebrates on August 23rd.

BEACHES

ΜΠΆΤΣΙ - BATSI

Batsi is located in the northern part of the island. Its crystal clear waters and the sandy beach enchant every visitor. ΚΆΚΗ

- KAKI VIGLA

Kaki Vigla is on the south of the island, in a place of particular natural beauty, with crystal clear waters and free access.

ΗΛΙΆΚΤΗ - HELIAKTI

Heliakti is located on the west of the island, in Salamina haven, a beautiful beach with free access.

ΆΙΆΝΤΈΙΟ - AIANTEIO

Aianteio is located southwest of the bay of Salamina. It is an organized sandy beach, where there are a lot of cafes and taverns to choose from.

ΚΆΝΆΚΙΆ - KANAKIA

ΣΈΛΗΝΙΆ - SELINIA

Selinia can be found in the eastern part of the island. A beautiful beach located in the homonymous settlement.

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THE ADMIRERS OF ANTIQUITY CAN ALSO VISIT…

A large number of archaeological finds have been identified in Salamina, testifying the glorious past of the island. The new archaeological Museum of Salamina holds exhibits of prehistoric settlements and cemeteries, as well as ceramic findings from the geometric to the early Byzantine period.

Amongst the exhibits of the museum one can admire the Metrological relief of Salamis, marble tomb reliefs of the 4th century, rich audio visual material and exhibits related to the history of the city, such as resolutions and design representations of the Battle of Salamis.

The ancient city of Salamina, Ampelakia.

The ancient cave of Euripidis in Peristeria.

The Archaeological Museum in the city of Salamis

The Tomb of the Salaminian fighters.

The small Stone Theatre in Selinia.

The theatre of Euripidis on Patris hill.

The Windmills on Agios Nikolaos hill opposite Patris hill. The Stone Lightfire in Koghi cape, near the settlement of Peristeria.

Folk Art and History Museum of Salamis.

ΗΞΈΡΈΣ ΟΤΙ... - DID YOU KNOW…

to help its users to remember their calculations. It was a kind of extension of human memory. It dates around 3000BC and it is estimated to be the oldest that has been found until present. Initially, it was considered to be a board game.

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A Greek abacus known as the Salamis Tablet was found on Salamina island in 1846. The Abacus is the first serious attempt of the humans to create a calculating tool. It is considered to be the ancestor of the computer and it used

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SPETSES

A paradise emerging from the azure waters of the Argosaronic Gulf. A breath away from reality into a world that combines tradition with luxury and finesse. We are, of course, referring to the beautiful island of Spetses, named “Isole di Spezzie” by the Venetians, meaning the Island of Fragrances. This lush green island halts time and sweeps us away into a dreamlike world filled with grandeur and authenticity.

Welcome to the world of Spetses, where diverse cultures, the richness of nature, and a love for art blend with a laid-back atmosphere and an infinite sense of freedom.

The first image that greets you upon arrival on the island is the historic harbor and capital of the island, Dapia. You will instantly fall in love with its imposing neoclassical buildings, pebble-stoned alleys, and colorful flowers. Dapia was the gathering place for nobles and captains during the Greek War of Independence in 1821. The picturesque harbor with its old arsenal and historic monuments impresses every visitor. On the right side of the harbor, you will encounter the statue of Bouboulina and the majestic captain’s mansions along the beach. As you head towards the left end of the island, you will see traditional carriages and the Old Harbor, reminiscent of Spetses’ maritime heritage.

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ΠΈΥΚΟΔΆΣΟΣ ΤΩΝ ΣΠΈΤΣΩΝPINE FOREST OF SPETSES

Rent an electric bike or scooter - cars are not allowed on the island - and take a tour around the pine forest of Spetses in just one hour, to see for yourself how vast it is. Along the route, there are benches with views of the beaches and the neighboring Spetsopoula island. Hikers will find an extensive network of trails, previously forgotten but rediscovered by the locals during the quarantine period. It includes 19 routes with a total length of 65 km, offering the opportunity to explore the inland of an island with relatively low elevations (the highest peak reaches 290 m) but with lush Mediterranean nature.

- ARMATA

A truly spectacular event with a touch of Revolution takes place every September, on the second Saturday of the month, on the historic island of Spetses and culminates with the impressive reenactment of the burning of a replica of the Turkish flagship. It is a cultural event that impresses spectators of all ages every year.

But what’s its significance for the history of Greece?

On September 8, 1822, Ypsilantis from the land and Bouboulina from the sea besieged one of the last resistance points of the Turks, Palamidi in Nafplio. To reinforce their resistance, the Turks sent part of their fleet to destroy Hydra and Spetses as a diversion. They hoped that the threat to the islands would force the Greek forces to divide. However, the Greeks did not move their forces from Palamidi, and the confrontation with the Turks was carried out by men from the two islands. In preparation for their resistance, the Greeks evacuated the residents of Spetses to Hydra, and only 60 brave men with captains Tsourpas, Lambrou, Kriezi, and Koutsis remained on the island to face the Turkish fleet.

After a long naval battle in the waters of Spetses, with the Turks having a clear numerical advantage, the Greeks, led by the Spetsiot fire ship captain Kosmas Barbatsis, managed to reach the Turkish flagship and set it on fire. With the courageous action of the Greeks and the destruction of their flagship, the Turks were forced to retreat. The people of Spetses, considering that they had the help of Panagia (the Virgin Mary) in their victory against the outnumbered Turks, gave the name “Panagia Armata” to the chapel located in the harbor, and they celebrate it every year on September 8th.

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Every corner of Spetses has a story to tell. Some of the island’s must-see attractions include:

The historical square of Dapia in the harbor, an old artillery site and gathering place for captains and leaders of the 1821 revolution. Today, it is the hot spot of the island, where you can’t resist having at least one coffee while enjoying the view of the cannons used by the Spetses fighters during the 1821 war.

The house of Hatzigiannis Mexis, the first governor and benefactor of Spetses, which now houses the Museum of Spetses. Since 1939, it has served as an archaeological, historical, and folklore collection, featuring treasures from the Revolution, letters from Kolokotronis and Athanasios Diakos, and the bones of Bouboulina.

The Bouboulina Mansion, with its unique carved ceiling in the grand hall, renovated and functioning as a museum since 1992. Visitors can take a guided tour to learn about the life and work of Bouboulina while viewing artifacts from the Greek Revolution, personal items of the heroine, and other remarkable exhibits.

The two-story neoclassical stone house of the benefactor of Spetses, Sotirios Anargyros. This magnificent architectural gem for the island features a neoclassical rhythm and two Egyptian sphinxes dominating the entrance. It stands out for its quality of composition and construction. Today, it houses the Cultural Center of Spetses.

The Poseidonion Hotel, the vision of philanthropist Sotirios Anargyros, who made significant contributions to the development of Spetses. Located in Bouboulina Square, the Poseidonion Grand Hotel opened its doors for the first time in the summer of 1914, adding cosmopolitan splendor to the island.

The Anargyreios - Korgialeneios School, founded in 1927. Its exceptional facilities cover an area of 130 acres, including a private olive grove and an additional 9,000 acres of private forest. It consists of five main buildings, with four serving as dormitories, while the central building, with an area of 5,500 square meters, includes auditoriums, conference and teaching rooms, a press room, workshops, a restaurant, and more. It also features an outdoor theater, following the ancient theater model, for cultural events, a beach with water sports, and a variety of sports facilities.

The Church of the Holy Trinity, built in 1793 at the highest point of the town, with its magnificent carved wooden iconostasis depicting the Dormition of the Virgin Mary.

The chapel of Panagia Armata, built after the victory of the Spetses, Hydra, and Psara forces against the Turks on September 8, 1822.

The Bekiri Cave, an old refuge for the fighters, located in Agii Anargyri, at the back of the island, where the old Spetses residents used to hide women and children during the period of Turkish rule.

The Old Harbor, with its traditional shipyards that have been preserved to this day, passing down the secrets of boat construction from generation to generation.

HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDE

As mentioned above, cars are prohibited on Spetses. The only means of transportation are walking, taxis, bicycles, buses, and... horse-drawn carriages. Of course, it may not be a mode of transportation that you can use every time you want to go somewhere, but it is essential to take a carriage ride around the island at least once.

St. Marina Beach is one of the most organized and popular beaches on the island, with taverns, beach bars, combining sports and entertainment, in a lush green bay.

Another beautiful beach before St. Marina is located in the bay of Garyfalos, behind the settlement of Pityoussa. It is a small pebble beach with small coves and rocky seabed.

Kuzounos Beach is 1.5 km away from St. Marina on the road to Agioi Anargyroi.

Agioi Anargyroi Beach is the largest beach on Spetses. It is a beautiful pebble beach with sandy seabed, organized, and offering water sports. The bus from Agio Mama stops at the entrance of the beach next to the restaurant. It is also a stop for tourist boats starting from the port of Dapia.

St. Nikolaos Beach is a small beach with sand and fine pebbles that remains untouched and is famous for its tranquility and beautiful waters.

St. Mama Beach is sandy and organized with sunbeds and umbrellas.

Kounoupitsa Beach is a small, lovely beach with pebbles and sand and crystal-clear waters.

Agia Paraskevi Beach is covered with pine trees that reach the sea, with pebbles and crystalline waters. It is organized with a beach bar, accessible by boat.

Ligoneri Beach is divided into two parts and is quite large with pebbles, sand, and rocky seabed. A bus stops above the beach, and you can reach it on foot via a dirt road. It is not organized, so you need to bring the necessary supplies.

The small cove of Zogeria offers a beautiful sandy beach, mildly organized, with calm, turquoise waters. Some of the best beaches on the island can be found in the large bay of Zogeria.

Vrellou Beach is organized, with amazing turquoise waters and white pebbles.

Xylokeriza, a large pebble beach southeast of the settlement, is organized with pebbles and rocky seabed.

Shortly after Xylokeriza, if you turn left onto the dirt road towards the area of Xylokeriza, you will end up in a beautiful pine-covered cove with villas and the lovely small beach of Eleni.

Organized Scholes Beach, right across from the entrance of the School, with the symbol of a Kaiki. The seabed is rocky, and access to the sea is easier from the left side of the beach.

Below the old Xenia of Spetses in Scholes, we will find a very small peaceful pebble beach (it also has a mole for boat access), while the seabed is rocky.

At the bay, from above, you will see on the left the beautiful beach of Tsakona. From the peripheral road, a path starts that leads to this remote pebble beach with a rocky seabed after a five-minute walk.

HOW

You can reach the island by dolphin from the port of Piraeus, or you can go by car to Porto Heli and cross over to Spetses by ferry boat, water taxi, or private boat.

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HYDRA

As the ship moors to the picturesque port of Hydra the landscape that appears in front of you is undeniably ... enchanting. A picturesque cove with a story to be told around every corner.

Welcome to the island that gave birth to dozens of artists.

Welcome to Hydra!

Painters, poets, visual artists and sculptors are some of the artists who put their little stone in order to give this island an artistic atmosphere. You can feel it in the air, you can sense it everywhere. Hydra is not like the other islands. Hydra is a “lady”. Serious but also shy, she does not show you her beauties at once.

Narrow cobbled streets, mansions, picturesque paths and… smiles! Smiles everywhere! At first glance, one would say that it resembles a landscape taken from a fairy tale.

ΛΙΜΆΝΙ - THE PORT

This is where the pulse of the island beats. An island that was featured on glorious pages in history and was a cinematic setting for cinema movies with famous movie stars. A stone’s throw away from Piraeus and only a few minutes from the coast of Argolida, Hydra is an ideal destination for those who seek peace and appreciate a place that holds to its “prohibitions”, which is why it remains unique, without the use of cars, motorbikes or even bicycles…

Hydra, “dressed” in stone and shades of terracotta, wild but so peaceful, is one of those places you will love!

The mansions - a trademark of the economic strength of the island at the end of the 19th century - dominate and will willingly teach you the peculiarities of an architecture that due to its proximity to the land combines island and mainland elements.

RA AGG A is a way of life...

You can’t help but fall in love with it from the very first moment. As soon as you set foot on the island and begin to discover its beauties, Mikra Agglia will become the starting point for your vacation. It’s where you’ll begin and end your day. In a place which instantly soothes your soul, with earthy tones prevailing and nature elements playing a leading role, owners Iphigenia Bakratsa and Giannis Rappas have created a true work of art. Without exaggeration and fanfare, affirming the principle of “less is more,” Mikra Agglia offers a breath of tranquility and aesthetics that we all need in our lives.

“Mikra Agglia is not just another restaurant. In our store, we welcome the world and invite it to experience a way of life. Our way of life,” says Mrs. Bakratsa. She knows what she wants, stands firmly on her feet, is fearless, and has nothing to prove.

Mikra Agglia opens its doors early in the morning for coffee and brunch, and later for Greek cuisinebased meals. Chef Vasilios Lekkos, in charge of the menu, and the Sereal Eaters consulting team, along with Mrs. Bakratsa and Mr. Rappas, have succeeded in serving dishes they can be proud of. Dishes that pay homage to Greek gastronomy, in a comfortable space with carefully selected ingredients from all over Greece on our plate. Dishes that evoke memories and have been created through those very memories. For example, “Kolokythoanthi” (courgette flower) recipe from Metaxia, Mrs. Bakratsa’s grandmother. Or the octopus dish she used to make without oil, using vinegar and wine, which will leave you speechless. And pastitsio, which you will enjoy deconstructed, with beef cheeks instead of minced meat.

However, Mikra Agglia is much more than a restaurant and bar. It is a lifestyle store. A concept store where you will find unique decorative objects, ceramics, clothes, shoes, hats, and jewelry. Each item has been carefully chosen for its character and uniqueness and harmonizes perfectly with the island’s aura. It exudes class and sophistication without being flashy.

Among these are straw bags - let’s not forget that in Hydra, they once had no regular bags or sacks and used baskets to carry their belongings, handmade baskets from Tinos, uniquely painted ceramics from Sifnos and Volos, stunning jewelry from the Elichryso Cooperative in Lefkada, where a group of five young people create unique jewelry using the embroidery and weavings of their grandmothers, wooden decorative items and serving utensils, as well as unique sculptures like the porcelain Tsarouchia (greek traditional shoes) created one by one by sculptor Christina Moralis, hats, and of course, clothes and shoes. Wonderful unique pieces for every dynamic woman seeking comfort and elegance in her appearances. The shoes are mainly leather sandals, and the majority of the clothes are made from Greek fabrics, with linen, silk, and cotton prevailing, designed by Les vacances d’Irina, for whom French Vogue has written rave reviews.

ΠΡΟΦΗΤΗΣ ΗΛΙΆΣ - PROPHET ELIAS

As we are approaching the hill of Profitis Elias, we make some intermediate stops along the way. Not to catch our breaths, but to admire the view. Even the houses have something to add up to the beauty on the scenery. But really, is it possible for someone to come to the island and not visit this place? No way!

As we are on our way to the top, the pathway becomes a cobbled path with steps leading you up to the gate of the Monastery, where the Prophet Elias welcomes you with open arms, looking at you from a mosaic that adorns the gate.

The katholikon of the monastery is a simple basilica with a dome, built according to the Mount Athos model, surrounded by cells or auxiliary buildings and was inaugurated in 1815, on the day of the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin. Today, several old portable icons are preserved, the Pantocrator in the dome, the Platytera and a magnificent wood-carved iconostasis. The monastery has a rich library, which was organized especially in 1870, while in the courtyard of the Monastery of the Prophet Elias there is a cistern with drinking water, a threshing floor and stables. During the Greek War of Independance of 1821, the Monastery was used as a prison, where Theodoros Kolokotronis and other generals were imprisoned for a short term.

ΠΆΡΆΛΙΈΣ - BEACHES

In Hydra, you will find many sandy, pebbled or rocky beaches, which are accessible on foot, by riding a donkey or by sea!

ΥΔΡΟΝΈΤΆ - HYDRONETA

Hydroneta beach is actually a small stone plateau that has been joined within the rocks... Going down 20 steps, you are on a concrete platform where you can spread your towel and enjoy the sun. It is one of the best places to enjoy the sunset during the afternoon.

ΜΙΚΡΟ ΚΆΜΙΝΙ - MIKRO KAMINI

It is a small pebble beach, suitable for small children and water sports.

ΒΛΥΧΟΣ - VLYCHOS

Vlychos is an organized beach with gray pebbles and crystal clear waters while Plakes Vlychou is a large, organized beach with crystal clear waters and small pebbles.

ΣΠΗΛΙΆ - SPILIA

A beach with crystal clear waters, located on the right of the port of Hydra. It is a beautiful complex of stone slabs with stairs and easy access for those who want a quick dip in clear, deep waters.

ΜΠΙΣΤΙ - BISTI

Bisti is one of the most beautiful (and organized) beaches of the island, with its fine pebbles and turquoise waters, situated next to a lush forest.

ΜΆΝΔΡΆΚΙ - MANDRAKI

Another orgnanised beach. It is an enclosed cove with clear blue waters and there is a possibility of doing water sports.

ΆΓΙΟΣ ΝΙΚΟΛΆΟΣ - AGIOS NIKOLAOS

A beach covered in pebbles, with crystal clear waters and verdant slopes taking after the name of the small churgh of Agios Nikolaos.

ΛΙΜΝΙΩΝΙΖΆ - LIMNIONIZA

It is located on the south coast of the island, with pebbles and it is ideal for underwater fishing. You can get there by boat, sea taxi or by riding a donkey.

*By sea taxi you can also visit the small beaches of Kawithi and Nisiza, covered with pebbles and sand, but you can also reach the beaches on the north side of the island.

ΜΩΛΟΣ - MOLOS

Πρόκειται για μια ήσυχη παραλία για χαλαρωτικό μπάνιο, με γαλαζοπράσινα νερά και ψιλό, άσπρο βότσαλο, παραδομένη στην «αγκαλιά» καταπράσινων πεύκων. Σήμα κατατεθέν της το

εντυπωσιακό καρνάγιο της ιστορικής οικογένειας Τσαμαδού, σχεδόν πάνω στο κύμα, που σήμερα έχει μετατραπεί σε αρχοντική κατοικία. Για να την προσεγγίσετε χρειάζεται περίπου 25 λεπτά περπάτημα από την παραλία του Παλαμίδα, ενώ με θαλάσσιο ταξί η πρόσβαση πραγματοποιείται πολύ πιο εύκολα. Αξίζει να αναφερθεί ότι την περίοδο της Επανάστασης η περιοχή λειτουργούσε ως ναύσταθμος των πλοίων της επαναστατημένης Ύδρας.

It is a quiet beach for those who enjoy a relaxing swim, with turquoise waters and fine, white pebbles, surrendered to the “embrace” of green pine trees. Its trademark is the impressive boatyard of the historic Tsamadou family, almost on the sea, which nowadays has been turned into a mansion. To access the location you will need about a 25 minute walk from the beach of Palamida, otherwhise the access is much easier by sea taxi. It is worth mentioning that during the Greek War of Independance the area functioned as a naval base for the ships of the revolted Hydra.

TSAMADOS MANSION

The building is situated on the edge of the port and houses the oldest Naval School in the world. The Merchant Marine Academy keeps alive the naval tradition of Hydra.

LAZAROS KOUNDOURIOTIS MANSION

The historical house of Lazaros Koundouriotis, operates today as a branch of the National Historical Museum. Built in a P-Shape, painted with natural ocher and furnished, with the “most important room” situated on the northeast side, it demonstrates to us the room where Lazaros Koundouriotis spent most of his time and also other interesting rooms, such as the iconostasis next to the entrance and the one for hookah smoking.

It is a four-storey mansion in Italian style, built by Manolis Tombazis and his wife Xanthi Sachini and which has been owned by to the School of Fine Arts since 1936 and functions as its annex. Today its rooms operate as hostels for budding artists who come to fight with the colors and magical volumes of Hydra. The roofs and wooden doors in the interior are new and the living room upstairs with the Maltese stones on the floor is considered its most authentic room. The four corners and the central rosette of the ceiling have been preserved and are intact. Its covered loggias are unique.

MANSION OF FRANCIS VOULGARIS

This is one of the most important Mansions of 1800, which now houses Villa Hydrea. It has oriental elements, such as the wood-carved ceilings in Ottoman Rococo style. The marble fountain in the ballroom with the loft for musicians and the oil paintings of nautical themes also stand out. The Mansion is framed by large wooden windows overlooking the entire port, as well as beautiful terraces.

MUSEUM OF MODERN HISTORY

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Behind the Mansions of Voulgaris and Tombazis and among the pine trees stands the Mansion built by Georgios Kountouriotis, one of the largest shipowners of Hydra and an active politician during the Greek War of Independence. It was later inherited by his grandson Pavlos Kountouriotis, who was an admiral during the Balkan Wars and first President of the Hellenic Republic. Each of its windows, if opened, perfectly frames the landscape, as a work of art that sometimes depicts the sea and sometimes the picturesque settlement. Today it functions as a Museum of the modern history of Hydra.

In 2007 the painter, academic and teacher Panagiotis Tetsis (Hydra, 1925 - Athens, 2016) donated the house of his grandparents in Hydra to the Historical and Ethnological Society of Greece in order for a museum to be created that will house the studio and his works, after his death. And that’s exactly what happened. This house is a typical example of traditional architecture in Hydra of the 19th century - beginning of the 20th, and it was in fact used for the professional activities of the family, housing a candle factory and a grocery store-tavern on the ground floor. The will of the painter and donor was the maintenance and promotion of the house as a whole, both the family home, and the the grocery store on the ground floor and the wine cellar in the basement, which are kept intact to this day, as well as the painter’s studio and his works in the upper floor. Today, after the documentation of the house and its contents, the works of the artist and the objects of the house are presented in a way that the special character of the whole emerges. The Tetsis House can be visited by anyone who requests it, in collaboration with the staff of the Historical House of Lazaros Koundouriotis, the branch of the National Historical Museum in Hydra, which has been operating as a museum since 2001.

RAFALIA PHARMACY

Rafalia Pharmacy is over a century old and is one of the most famous pharmacies in the world, as it still operates as usual to this day. It started operating in 1890 with its founder Mr. Evangelos Rafalias. The baton then passed to Kyriaki Giannoukakou - Rafalia (1914-2011) - who was one of the first female pharmacists in the middle of the last century. Her son, Evangelos, took over the reins in 1978 and continued the family tradition.

THE HOUSE OF PANAGIOTIS TETSIS

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HISTORICAL ARCHIVES - MUSEUM OF HYDRA

It includes exhibits from the Balkan Wars, World War I and World War II, a gallery of paintings and relics from the years of the Greek War of Independence, as well as an archive of rare books and manuscripts.

ECCLESIASTICAL AND BYZANTINE MUSEUM

Clothing, heirlooms and icons mainly from the 18th century are on display on the waterfront of the area of the old cells of the Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin.

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