Timeline
16:31
kanali Beach Bar & Restaurant Poros
Order a local drink or light snack at Kanali Beach Bar & Restaurant. The bar opens at 09:00, so you will have plenty of time to settle in before the sun starts to set.
17:11
Walk from the bar to Askeli Beach. This is a 11-minute walk from the bar, followed by a short stroll to the beach area. Find a spot on the sand or the amphitheatric slope facing west. The sun sets toward the WSW on this date, offering a clear view of the golden light fading over the open sea.
18:16
Holy Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi
After the light fades, head to the Holy Monastery of Zoodochos Pigi. It is located 4 km east of the main city. The simple basilica with its dome and tower-like belfry is illuminated by the last ambient light or early evening lamps, providing a peaceful end to the day.
Local tip
The walk from Kanali Beach Bar to Askeli Beach is short, but ensure you allow enough time to find a good spot on the beach before the sun touches the horizon. The monastery is east of the main city, so check the route for transport if you do not have a car.
Check before you go
- Kanali Beach Bar & Restaurant opens at 09:00.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 17:31.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Poros (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).