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Unforgetable scenes of natural beauty are created by the harmonic combination of crystal clear waters and ageing pine trees. Countless picturesque coves, around the island offer visitors with moments of peace and tranquility. Either by land or sea various forms of transportation, make every part of the island fully accessible. A walk in the forest enables the visitors to experience the unique atmosphere of Spetses.

Spetses is an island with great history and the privilege of National recognition for it's vital role during the Greek revolution against the Ottoman Empire. Visitors have the chance to re-live those heroic times, surrounded by remarkable historic sites which are maintained with love and care.

Places To Visit

One should not miss visiting the Museum of Spetses, situated at the mansion of Hadziyiannis Mexis ( one of the wealthiest leading activist of that era ), the main mansion of heroine Laskarina Bouboulina, now private museum and the historical monastery of St. Nicholas, where on April 3, 1821, the locals took the oath "Freedom Or Death" and joined the revolution.

Traditional sites, already missing from other parts of Greece decorate the village of Spetses. The famous Spetses ship-yards with their wooden keels, the mansions of the great captains and admirals from the last century with their own characteristic architecture, the picturesque churches in every neighbourhood which were built after Byzantium Empire, the squares and the alleys with Spetses designs of their pebbled floors, the horse and buggies, and so much more that someone can come across, reveal a way of life different to taht of the city.

Beaches

Beaches of golden brown sand and bright pebbles as well as the numerous natural coves, inside and outside of the village, are there to offer their cool waters. Large or small boats leave everyday from the main harbour (Dapia) taking the more eager visitors to organized beaches around the island such as Xilokeriza, Agii Anargiri, Aghia Paraskevi and Zogeria. For those who prefer swimming closer to the center or further away on their "own" coves, other means of transportation are available or even rentals for the more adventurous.

Night Life

Restaurants, taverns and night clubs is what you can find in Spetses.

Transportation

From Piraeus to Spetses (distance:35 nautical miles) there are ferries during the whole year. For more information contact the Coastguard of Piraeustel. (01) 451.1311-19.
For the local connections of Spetses contact the Coastguard of Spetses tel. (0298) 72.245.

• Spetsai: Excellent shelter; Fuel & water on quay; Night life
• Dapia: Poor shelter; Fuel & water in town; Night life

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