Inside the Saronic Gulf, Poros, is only separated from the mainland by a 450 meter strait. Poros island is mainly known as a weekend Athenian invasion destination. Consists of two separated islands, Sferia where the town of Poros is based and it is a the side of Peloponnese, and the more extensive side which is Kalavria. In fact Poros is two separated islands by a shallow engineered canal (kanali).
When you arrive at Poros harbour you can see many young people, cafes and restaurants and the fishermen sell their daily catches directly from their boats and you can not find more fresh fish anywhere in Greece. Like any other greek island, Poros harbour and town, is small and picturesque and you can go through easily by foot.
Two quick attraction to visit at the Poros island, is the old historical Holy Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi which is located 4km at the east of the main town of Poros island and is built on the slope of a dense pine forest, and the second one is the Temple of Poseidon built during the sixth century BC.
