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Balitza, the old harbor of Spetses, lies about a mile from the new harbor and Dapia Village. During the 18th and 19th century, shipbuilding was an important economic activity at Balitza. The lighthouse, built in 1837, and the cannon battery attest to historical protection of the port and the ships. The chapel of the Virgin of the Armada overlooks the harbor and the bronze statue of Kosmas Babatis, an island hero, is in its courtyard. It is spectacular all year round but is a busy tourist destination in summer.
Yachts and other sailboats moor there and small fishing boats come and go. The road is closed to vehicular traffic allowing pedestrians and cyclists to make use of it on the long evenings.
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