The Greek island of Spetses is located in the Aegean sea near ARGOLIDA. The island is often referred to the group of the Saronic Islands, although he, in fact, is already in the Argolic Gulf. It is a small picturesque island with hills covered with pine forest. That is why in ancient times it was called "pine island". Near Spetses is a small green island Spetsopoula, today it is privately owned.

The town of Spetses is the only major settlement on the island. In the centre of the island is its highest hill, it is named after the prophet Elijah. The island is in easy reach, as it has excellent water communication with the port of Piraeus. Until recently, traffic on the island by car is prohibited. And now the main means of transportation are motorbikes, motorcycles, bicycles and carts pulled by horses.

From 1821 to 1832, the island played an important role in the Greek war of independence against the Turks. 8 September 1822 near the island of Spetses there was a fight between the fleets of the Greek rebels and the Ottoman Empire. Every year on the second weekend of September festivities in memory of the victory of the Greek fleet over the Ottoman. At the end of the action in the Harbor burn the layout of the Turkish flagship.

Waterfront Dapia is a statue of Lascarina Bouboulina - heroine of the Greek revolution, the only women who became Admiral of the fleet. The monument was built by famous Greek sculptor Natalia Chalk. The main attractions of the island include the Museum of Haji-Janis Mexis and Museum Babulin.

Spetses was the prototype for the island Phraxos from the famous novel by English writer John Fowles "the Magus". The Fowles once lived on this island and taught at a private school.

Spetses is a fashionable resort, here love to spend their vacations and Greeks themselves. Lovely hotels with European service, lots of expensive shops, restaurants and cafes allow visitors of the island have a great time. Will definitely be unforgettable walk through the narrow streets that are lined with well-preserved buildings of 18-19 centuries. The island also please tourists numerous picturesque coves and gorgeous sandy beaches, which are among the best in the region.