Πόρος
 Poros is a lush tranquil island-pair only just separated form the
Peloponnese by a narrow strait on opposite sides of which lay the towns
of Poros and Galatas.
Often referred to as the “Venice of the Saronic Gulf” the two towns’
sole contact is by boat giving them a special charm and feeling of
living “on” water.
The passage through the 200 meter wide strait provides an unforgettable
view of the gorgeous traditionally White & Blue painted classic houses
of Poros town on the island side and enchanting lemon orchards embracing
the lively fishing village of Galatas on the Peloponnese side. Expressed
masterfully by the words of the great American writer Henry Miller: “…suddenly
I realized that we were sailing through the streets. If there is one
dream which I like above all others it is that of sailing on land.
Coming into Poros gives the illusion of the deep dream. Suddenly the
land converges on all sides and the boat is squeezed into a narrow
strait from which there seems to be no egress. The men and women of
Poros are hanging out of the windows, just above your head. You pull in
right under their friendly nostrils, as though for a shave and haircut
en route.”
Cloaked in mythical mist Poros island was the stage of countless legends
and historic events involving gods, nobles and mortals alike. Believed
to be the island of Poseidon its forests shelter the 6 century B.C.
temple dedicated to the revered sea-god which is also the very place
where according to historians, the great Greek orator Demosthenes ended
his life fleeing form the unforgiving Macedons. Theseus, the fearless
slayer of the mighty Minotaur was born here and Minoan & Mycenaean Kings
left their marks while leading their military campaigns along
Argosaronic shores.
The town of Poros rests dramatically on top of a tiny volcanic island of
Kalavriaa separated from its sister island Sphairia by a thin narrow
isthmus making Poros an actual “island-pair”. Dominated by an imposing
clock tower which overlooks the beautifully preserved traditional Greek
island houses the town delightfully reflects scenes form bygone times
tastefully blended with exciting rhythms of modern society.
Time flies by unnoticeably once you surrender to the alluring charms of
the narrow cobbled passages that lead you from one revelation to another
forever etching memorable impressions into you heart.
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