Poros is the island of peace, romance and jauntiness.
It is overgrown with pine trees which reach the
rugged shores or the sandy beaches. The residents
of Poros are like all islands, spontaneous, decent
and hospitable.
Its Historic Clock is imposing from the distance
on the highest top of the hill, among prickly
pears and pine trees. It was built in 1927, it
is visible from every part and it is the jewel
of the town.
The houses by the sea are big and neoclassical.
They are thebuilding of Deimezi,
built with grey and red stone, the shop
of Griva, with the big doors and beautiful
decoration. From the most nice houses of Poros
is Villa Galini, building of
1892, that has accommodated famous personalities
of Art.
At the center of town you can find the archaeological
museum, that is opened daily except
Monday. Also someone can visit the Metropolitan
Church of Saint George and the Xatzopoulio
Public Library.
Some sightseeings that you must visit are:
The church of Virgin Mary, after
Sinikismo.
"Zoodochou Pigi" Monastery (18th
century), built on a green hill, with sea view.
It combines tranquility with simplicity.
After the Monastery we reach the Temple
of Posidon .
Five kilometers to the north there are the remainings
of the Russian Dockyard . There
in 1834 were built stock yards for the Russian
Naval.
Next to the Russian Dockyard there is the little
island of Daskalio.
At the end you
can visit the famous Lemon Forest.
The 'Lemon Forest' is a big area full of lemon
trees with lots of waters and waters mills. The
forest leads to Plaka and Alikes with sandy beaches
facing "Bourtzi". From the top, the
view of "Lemon Forest" is panoramic.
It is the most praised site of Poros in the Greek
cinema films.