Porto Heli is a small town that comes alive in summer, when tourists flow there. Most festivals and events are held that time, but some other happenings also take place round the year.
The burning of Judas in Easter is the most known event in Porto Heli. This custom also takes place in other Greek towns and symbolizes the punishment of Judas, who betrayed Jesus Christ to the Roman soldiers, leading to his crucifixion. |
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Every summer weekend in Porto Heli, there is a book fair along the port. Book sellers display books of all kinds to the audience, giving a sophisticated spirit to this small village.
Moreover, every September, from the port of Porto Heli, you can view the Armada Festival of Spetses, just two miles way from Porto Heli. |
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This festival celebrates the burning of the Turkish fleet, which had anchored in the port of Spetses, during the Greek War of Independence.
The Armada Festival includes a the burning of a wooden ship in the sea between Spetses and Porto Cheli. Fireworks are also exploded. This events is clearly seen from the port of Porto Heli. |
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