{"id":57369,"date":"2023-05-25T23:22:18","date_gmt":"2023-05-25T20:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/greece\/spetses-travel-in-time-and-dive-in-the-beautiful-beaches-of-the-argosaronic-gulf\/57369\/"},"modified":"2023-05-26T07:09:18","modified_gmt":"2023-05-26T04:09:18","slug":"spetses-island-experience-history-stunning-shores-argosaronic-gulf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/attica\/argosaronic-islands\/spetses-island-experience-history-stunning-shores-argosaronic-gulf\/57369\/","title":{"rendered":"Spetses Island: Experience history and enjoy the stunning shores of the Argosaronic Gulf"},"content":{"rendered":"

Imagine that you are on the island of Laskarina Bouboulina<\/strong>, the heroine of the Greek War of Independence in 1821. Everywhere you look, you can feel the spirit of the revolution and the glorious maritime past of Spetses Island<\/strong>. This island was once the second-largest shipbuilding center in Greece, and its brave captains and sailors, led by the fearless Bouboulina, played a crucial role in freeing Greece from Turkish rule. The highlight of their heroic deeds was the burning of the Turkish flagship in the naval battle of Spetses, which marked a decisive victory for the Greek fleet. Every year, this event is commemorated with a spectacular reenactment at the Armata Festival.<\/p>\n

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Spetses: An island with a strong personality
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\"Weekend<\/picture>Spetses Island<\/strong> has another unique and charming feature: its fragrance. The island is also called The Island of Aromas<\/strong> because it is filled with scented plants that grow all over the island. The island is part of the Argolic ecosystem<\/strong> and is close to its mainland. Despite the occasional fires, the island remains very green. Its distinctive trait is its pine forests, which touch the sea.<\/p>\n

\"Spetses<\/picture>You can explore the island by using traditional carriages, bicycles, taxis, and motorbikes – these are the only modes of transportation allowed. No cars are permitted. The island\u2019s beauty is enhanced by the traditional mansions, the turquoise beaches, and the plentiful and varied choices for food and drink.<\/p>\n

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