Hermione

OR Hermione It is a coastal town that belongs to Ermionida. In the same municipality is owned Kranidi, which is the seat of the municipality, Porto Heli, the valley, The Twins, the ovens, the Iliokastro and Thermisia.

Located in SE. coast of Argolida, and abstains from Athens, 170 km (about 2,5 hours) and Nafplion, 75 km (about 1 time). Access can be made from the port of Piraeus, speedboat.

It is a very beautiful location, quiet and scenic but infrastructure of a modern city. built amphitheatrically, on the hill, on both sides of a narrow strip of land, strongly reminiscent of the island of the Saronic Gulf. Can someone go from one side of the peninsula to the other, only with 5 minutes walking, through the small streets, immediately changing images.

You can walk beside the large and organized marina and do your shopping from the many shops in the area.

For your food, will not be hard at all to choose as here there are all kinds of focus, as taverns, Greek Restaurants, Italian and gourmet cuisine, taverns, grill and nice cafes serving cold dishes.

If you want to stay overnight, Hermione will find many rented accommodation, for all tastes, scattered along the beach front.

SIGHTS

History Folklore Museum Hermione (former house Economou). Housed in 2000 in a former mansion (18^th) located next to the Cathedral of the Archangels. This building has great historical value as here gathered delegates of the Greeks (10 January 1827) to continue the work of the Third Assembly, which started in Epidaurus but stopped because of the fall of Missolonghi (11 April 1826).

You will see exhibits from social, economic, cultural and political tradition Hermione and historical documents. There Paint heroes paintings 1821, arms, decorations, relics and modern history, Agricultural Machinery, sponge, local traditional costumes, woven, old everyday objects and paintings of folk artist, by Hermione, Anthoulas Lazaridou-Douroukou.

In the courtyard of the building you will see a statue of Theodoros Kolokotronis, which recalls the contribution and role in the conduct of the Third Assembly, Hermione. In the garden of the Museum, are busts of Mitsa brothers, Ermionio leaders of the Revolution 1821. The Museum Library, besides books and publications relating to Ermionida, It has a whole series of the Archives of the Greek Regeneration and the Struggle full range memoirs 1821. In the books and library files to the public.

Game Hermione Museum, work Hermione Association. Housed in the House of Culture "Michael Papavasileiou"And opened in summer 2013.

The exhibits are all kinds of games from the period 1900 – 1960 especially since the last decade 1950 – 1960. Specifically you will see an exhibition of traditional toys Hermione (19^th -20^th c.), how a game is made with recyclable materials, that repair damaged toys etc.. (information, Helena and Maria Trakas, tel. 210– 4515081).

MUSEUM OF TOYS

NEARBY ESCAPES

If you live in Ermioni, you can make small day trips, or to nearby villages, either on small islands located in the gulf, with your own boat.

VALLEY

at Valley, a beautiful fishing village and harbor, someone goes for its famous shrimp and fresh fish. It's a lovely afternoon walk, in a seaside part, resulting in a tavern for delicious food. The taverns Valley vie, each other, in taste and prices, to their tables by the sea, overlooking the fishing boats.

If you want to stay in the Valley you can find many rooms. It is suitable for family holidays as it is a quiet place and children can play freely on the large playground is here. Valley there is a wetland marsh, which is protected by Ramsar Convention, the Treaty on Wetlands of International Importance, which is a shelter for many migratory birds. One 1 km Δ. Valley is the sandy beach and shallow Lepitsa and then Doroufi area, with numerous small beaches.

KRANIDI

The Kranidi, seat D.. Ermionidas, It is situated in the hills of St. Anne and Bardounia. reminiscent of the islands of the Saronic Gulf, mainly in Lower Kranidi, with traditional architecture and the island style of the houses of.

If you come in Kranidi, Walk the little streets, admire the old mansions' Kapetanaiika "and before you leave do not forget to see the ancient well of the Tower, their 3 renovated traditional windmills and olive presses with large stones.

WINDMILL KRANIDIOU

Important and famous product of the place, is the Olive Oil of Kranidi. Each November is here "Feast of the Olive and Olive Oil», with lectures related to the production of olives, sale of local products, free food and live music. At Agios Panteleimonas Kranidi, above Korakia beach, there is a luxury hotel "AmanZoe», 5*,ancient architecture, on top of a hill, with stunning views.

AMANZOE

The hotel, is the known chain Aman Resorts, with the most expensive hotels in the world, as in Phuket, in Bhutan, Cambodia, China, France, Indonesia, Laos, Montenegro, Morocco, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, Turks Islands & Caicos, the USA etc.. In Europe, The hotel chain has the «AmanZoe» in Greece, the «Aman Sveti Stefan» Montenegro and «Aman Canal Grande» Venice. The «AmanZoe» Greece, attracts many wealthy clients and celebrities, from all over the world, but mainly Europeans and princes from the United Arab Emirates, who choose to make their wedding here.

PORTO HELI

The Porto Heli, or Porto Heli It is a popular coastal town and namesake bay Argolida. Located N. law's, in the distance 85 km from Nafplio, built next to the ruins of the ancient city of fishermen. It has highly developed tourist infrastructure, great harbor and marina boats large capacity and high quality services. From the harbor boats depart for nearby islands Gulf Islands and on the opposite coast of cheese and Leonidio.

Porto Heli located luxury hotel "Nikki Beach», 5*, the hotel company Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts, same interests with «AmanZoe», Kranidi. The hotel chain «Nikki Beach»,exists in the Caribbean, in Miami, in Saint-Tropez, France, in Marbella, Spain, Ibiza etc..

NIKKI BEACH

Thermisia

OR Thermisia It is a seaside village, 10 km northeast. by Hermione. The name is derived from an ancient temple, dedicated to the goddess of Dimitra medical and dental, who was in the area and which was built by the sea, at the current lagoon. This name survived until today corrupted in medical and dental, which then became Thermisia. You will see, at the entrance of the village, a limestone cliff, height 292 m., wherein over the built in Venetian Castle of Thermisia (12^th c.). the Venetians.

ISLAND BEAM

If you have a nice boat trip is the tour of the island Dokos, opposite Hermione, the strait between Hydra, Hermione and Spetses. There are many beaches, for a bath, fishing and underwater exploration.

ISLAND Chinitsa

Small island across from the beach.

beaches

To make your bathroom, There are many nearby beaches, other organized, in which you can do while various water sports or cruising by sea kayaking and more isolated and quiet.

The nearest and most famous beaches of Hermione region are :

Bisti beach, is essentially 2 beaches, pebble, rocks, clear water, in the homonymous pinewood. Access is on foot from Hermione.
Madeira beach, Sandy beach, into Hermione, near Bisti.
Dardiza beach, 4 km Β. by Hermione, sandy and pebble, organized a canteen, for the necessary.
Sheet beach, 8 km, N. by Hermione, near Beach Blanket, sandy with small pebbles.

Belote beach, 8 km, N. Hermione, sandy with small pebbles and rocks.
beach Blanket, is located 8 km Ν. by Hermione, in an amazing bay. It is the largest beach in the area, sandy, with clear waters, organized and ideal for snorkeling. The blanket is a place for relaxation, quiet, ideal for families with children as they can play or do rides their bikes. In the region of the blankets there are several quiet beaches protected from the air, such as the beach Doroufi, 2,5 km SW. of blankets, sandy, ideal for fishing, the beach lacquers, 6 km from Blanket, beach with small pebbles, beach Thynias, 6 km Ν. the Valley, sandy, not organized but very green.
Lepitsa beach, 1,5 km Δ. Valley. Sandy, shallow, very green, ideal for families. It has a canteen and restaurant.
Annunciation beach, in the village of Valley, sandy, with small pebbles and shallow blue water.
beach Petrothalassa, one of the largest beaches, A. from Porto Heli, sandy with small pebbles, organised.

Thermisi beach, 8 km ΒΔ. by Hermione and 1km from the village of Thermisia. Sandy, shallow, organized with potential maritime activities. The area has many cafés and restaurants.
Plepi beach, It is 1 km from Thermisia, It is sandy and located next to the legendary Hydra Beach Hotel, now Barcelo Hydra Beach, where they were shot many Greek films.
Korakia beach, ND. Kranidi, 6 km ΒΔ. from Porto Heli, with coarse and fine pebbles, organised.
Porto Heli, sandy beach with clear waters, organised, umbrellas, sunbeds, beach bar and water sports.
Hinitsa beach, located between the Costa and Porto Heli, in a closed bay. Sandy, shallow, organized with umbrellas provided by the hotel and possibility of water sports. There taverns and beach bar. Opposite is the island of Hinitsa, where many boats moor.

beach Costa, 4,5 km, TO. from Porto Heli, the homonymous settlement. It is sandy with pebbles, crystal clear shallow waters and is ideal for families. The area has many hotels and apartments, cafes and restaurants. It is Blue Flag and overlooks Spetses.

ACTIVITIES

An idea, the organizing company, PANEXPEDITIONS, KAYAK NAFPLIO, It is "Tour in Spring of Argolida". Features of the round: beach Thynias – Isolated Beaches - Back, a ride with Easy difficulty level, suitable for all ages. The distance you travel rowing is 12-15 km and duration 6 hours (9:30 – 15:30), with 2,5-3 relaxing hours. The experience you get, according to experts of the cruise, They are : the beauty of the natural environment, the smells and the view of the dense vegetation, combined with a walk in turquoise waters. There are many hidden coves with pristine, secluded beaches to explore and enjoy, away from civilization, a wilderness experience. You have to see for yourself.

CUSTOMS

Hermione, taking place some traditions especially Christmas and Easter.

Epiphany, "Feast Yala-Yala"

The "Yala-Yala" is the local feast Epiphany. The dawn of the feast, young people will plunge into the water to catch the Cross, turning the whole village, from house to house and receive treats and good wishes, singing, the Yala-Yala until I fall to catch the cross and the image of the Virgin Mary. Young people are dressed in traditional naval uniforms. The previous day, have gathered at the port and decorated with palm leaves boats they would dive. Since these boats and to the priest to throw the Cross and the icon of Our Lady of the sea, new sing-Yala Yala shaking with power boats.

Easter Sunday, "The Giouda burning"

This custom takes place, decades, the central port Ermionis, Sunday night Easter. Placed in the harbor, an effigy of Judas, flammable materials (fabric, haystack, wood etc.) and becomes the burning, with musical accompaniment, fireworks and pyrotechnics. Then circling near the main port. Boats and other vessels involved that night in custom, with lighted smoke.

"Pomegranate Festival"

Hermione famous for producing pomegranate, known as Pomegranate Ermionis. The "Pomegranate festival'Becomes the Oktovrh and is considered one of the most successful festivals in the region. During the celebration, young people dress peasants and pomegranates offer visitors.

USEFUL ADDRESSES

Ermionida, tel. : 2754 3 60000 (centre), MM. Hermione, tel. : 2754060213, 2754060220, 2754060222, www.ermionida.gr

Record & Folklore Museum Hermione, I.L.M.E., tel. 6976747409 , 6981789452, www.mouseioermionis.com

www.panexpeditions.com, tel. (+30)2751052270, 6936046484

Barcelo Hydra Beach Resort, Plepi Thermisia, tel. : 2754 098700,

AmanZoe Hotel, 5*, Agios Panteleimon Kranidi, tel.: 2754 772888, www.aman.com

Nikki Beach Hotel, 5*, Porto Heli, tel. 2754 098500, www.nikkibeachhotels.com

www.hellenicseaways.gr, information on speedboats