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Psara
History-minded travelers wanting a remote island famous for its role in the War of Independence.
Fitting Psara into your route
About Psara
Psara is a small, isolated island west of Chios, remembered for a heroic and tragic role in the 1821 Greek War of Independence, when much of its population perished rather than surrender. Monuments and a small museum commemorate this history in the quiet main village.
Weather on Psara
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Average temperature by month
| April | May | June | July | August | September | October |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16°C / 61°F | 20°C / 68°F | 24°C / 75°F | 27°C / 81°F | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 75°F | 19°C / 66°F |
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Tips
- Visit the Mavri Rachi memorial, commemorating the islanders who died in 1824.
- Check ferry schedules carefully — Psara has infrequent connections, mainly via Chios.
- Expect a very quiet island with basic amenities and few other visitors.
Islands near Psara
Closest first, measured between main ports.
