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In ancient times the island was called Pityoussa which means «covered with the pine trees». There are still many wonderful pines, but the island is called Spetses which means «fragrant island» in Italian. The Venetians, who came here, admired the smell of thyme, rosemary, fragrant herbs and sweet-smelling flowering shrubs. Nowadays the rich flora still covers the territory of Spetses. The island is ideal for walking because nature here is almost not affected by tourists. You can find different walking routes on Spetses because there are almost no cars. However, you can easily rent a bike. It will help you to reach different parts of the island. The rent is not expensive and a bike is good training equipment. Moreover, you can take a taxi or use public transport. In case you want to feel the spirit of adventure and get unforgettable experience, use the services of the horse carriage. Be sure to walk along the streets of Spetses settlements. The sidewalks are covered with mosaics made of small coloured stones which looks like a scattering of caramels. «Armata» festival is an important event on Spetses. It is held every September and it is dedicated to the battle in the strait between Spetses Island and Kosta during the revolution of 1822. The festival starts with an entertaining programme, including local dance, music and show but the most interesting part is the celebration of the anniversary of the Spetses naval battle. The Turkish boat in full size is … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Spetses Island

Best beaches

Nearby there is the small sandy beach of Agios Nikolaos, which also has very lively and bustling atmosphere. The attractive pebble beach of Kanapitsa is in the immediate vicinity of the town of Spetses. It features relaxed ambience great for peaceful rest. The lovely promenade runs along the coast. During vacations, travelers will have an opportunity to admire harmonious view of mansions located off the coast, some … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

Many tourists prefer to buy komboloi, the local variant of beads. It is not a cult object, komboloi show the social status of people and are used for concentration. They can be made of wood or precious stones. A lot of tourists bring paintings from Spetses. Artists from all over the world come here to get inspiration and capture picturesque views. Beginners and masters sell their works, so you can buy a masterpiece … Open

Spetses Island for children - what to visit

Older children will be interested in the story of Laskarina Bouboulina. She was a heroine of the Greek War of Independence in 1821. A lot of Spetses attractions are connected with her name. It is known that Laskarina created a small fleet with her own money and took it under her command during the war with Turks. Moreover, after the Turko-Russian War Alexander II invited her to Saint-Petersburg and gave her the … Open

Travel guide to Spetses Island

Spetses Island is always incredibly popular with fans of eco-tourism. Despite an active development of the tourist infrastructure, which has become particularly active in recent years, coastal water still amazes visitors with its transparency. The island has ideal conditions for various sea creatures. Besides divers, numerous scientists from different parts of the world come to this place. Spetses is an ideal place … Open

Traditions and mentality of Spetses Island

Siesta is a sacred ritual for Greeks. Don’t plan shopping or a visit to a tavern or bank in the period from two to five o’clock. Locals spend this time lying on a beach or sleeping at home. After the working day, locals go to taverns. You will hardly find a free table in a tavern in the evening. Greeks love to meet with friends and family in a tavern. They have a meal and drink alcohol under folk music. … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

Souvladzikos serve delicious souvlaki which was known even in ancient times. It is a local variant of kebab. Souvlaki can be made of lamb, chicken, seafood and even vegetables. It is grilled on a skewer and usually eaten straight off the skewer. Souvlaki is often taken away and eaten on the go. Souvlaki with vegetables, sauce and fries in a pita is called gyro. Be sure to try the horiatiki salad. It is known as … Open

Top sigths of Greece

Peloponnese Peninsula is an important tourist object of Greece. There are many legends connected with the peninsula. Most of them are about the ancient city of Corinth and its grandiose temples and acropolis. The temples of Athena and Apollo have survived in best condition. Both the temples were constructed in the 6th century BC. Macedonia is another popular tourist destination. This part of Greece is not only rich in historic landmarks, but is also very beautiful. Spectacular waterfalls, ruins of ancient settlements, odea and oases – you will see all these and even more in Macedonia. Crete Island is simply adored by travellers as this is a wonderful place with rich history. The most famous sights of the island include Minotaur Labyrinth, Minos Palace and around a hundred of other ancient monuments that tell more about Greek gods and heroes. Every city and region in Greece can strike visitors with their rich heritage and share many interesting stories about past centuries. … Open

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