Poros

Just 370 meters from the coast of Peloponnese, the small and green island of the Saronic gulf combines tranquility and an aristocratic atmosphere.

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A photo taken from the sea shows a part of the settlement of Poros and some boats anchored by the seafront promenade.
photo: Gonzolito / CC BY-SA 4.0

Poros Beaches

An aerial photo of the Love Bay Beach, Poros, and people swimming in its blue-green waters.
photo: Agnee / CC BY 2.0
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Love Bay Beach

Picturesque small bay where pine trees touch the sea and offer shade. Clean waters, nice view, excellent vibes. Love Bay beach is a popular one.

A picture showing many people, sun beds and umbrellas at the Kanali Beach of Poros.
photo: FB: KTM SUNNY VILLAS - Poros Greece
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Kanali Beach

Within walking distance from Poros port, Kanali is a shallow-water, sandy beach with a few beach bars and tavernas. Excellent sunrise.

A picture of the small bay and the old Russian Naval Station on Poros.
photo: Joyradost / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Russian Naval Station Beach

Russia established a naval station after two victories over the Ottomans - around 1800s. A place steeped in history. Beach bar, wheelchair accessible.

A photo of umbrellas, sun beds and people enjoying at the Monastiri Beach of Poros.
photo: FB: Vangelis Jena Oixalia
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Monastiri Beach

Surrounded by pine forest, swimming at Monastiri beach you get the landscape's soothing energy. Fully organized and quite popular.

A panoramic photo showing the beach of Vagionia on Poros by a rocky hill.
photo: d200010 / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Vagionia Beach

Vagionia is a relatively sandy beach sandwiched between rocky hills. Sandy-bottom sea with a few rocks. Ideal for snorkeling. No beach bars, come prepared.

Poros Attractions

A Greek flag next to the white Clock Tower of Poros and a blue sky in the background.
photo: Justkillingtime at English Wikipedia
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Clock Tower of Poros

Constructed in 1927 it dominates the top of one of the two hills of the city, and offers a great view. It is visible from almost everywhere.

A picture of the part of the Ruins of the Russian Dockyard in Poros.
photo: RUSSIAN BAY BEACH BAR
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Russian Dockyard Ruins

The ruins of the old Russian Dockyard look like the setting of a movie. In front, there's a small beach bar with a friendly owner.

The ruins of the Sanctuary of Poseidon on Poros and a few trees grown around.
photo: Komponisto
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Sanctuary of Poseidon

In antiquity, the Sanctuary of Poseidon was buzzing with pilgrims and priests. Today you can stroll around among ruins and enjoy the view.

Poros Why visit?

  • Poros is two islands separated by a narrow strait.
  • One of them emerged in a volcanic eruption.
  • Look out for sinkholes.
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