The port town Ermioni is situated in the southeastern part of Argolis, on the coast of the Aegean Sea.

Long before classical times ancient Hermione was settled by Dryopians.

[4] During the classic era it was well known for its shipbuilders and also for the production of porphyra, a very important red dye.

Pausanias described the major temples and buildings, various festivities and sport games of the town.

[5] According to Pausanias, Ermioni was also the home of a temple of the goddess Hestia: During the Ottoman Era it was still known for ship building and its naval abilities, which played a significant role in the Greek revolution of 1821.