Editing Volos (section)

==Port==

The port lies upon the ancient Thessalian settlement of Iolkos. According to Greek mythology, this was where the hero Jason built his trireme, Argo, and along with his oarsmen set course for Colchis, bringing back and marrying priestess Medea.

The new port was founded in 1893 and was the most significant element in the industrial development of the area. Today, Volos has the third-largest cargo port in Greece (after [[Piraeus]] and [[Thessaloniki]]), carrying agricultural and industrial products. In the past, it was home to a maritime link with [[Tartus]], Syria.

Ferries and flying dolphins operate daily, connecting Volos to the Magnesia islands of the [[Sporades]],  ([[Skiathos]], [[Skopelos]], [[Alonissos]]). In addition, many cruise ships use the port of Volos as a destination. During the summers of 2015 and 2016, more than 100 cruises arrived in Volos, carrying more than 100,000 visitors.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.port-volos.gr/ |title=Home |website=port-volos.gr}}</ref>

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Volos 2w.jpg|View of the port.
Ikarous Volos 20110707 b.jpg|Cargo ship at the harbour.
Volos1.JPG|The promenade
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