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The islands' cultural identity is vividly displayed through festivals, historical commemorations, and local customs. Spetses, once a hotbed of resistance against Ottoman rule, celebrates its independence with colorful fireworks and the historic "Armata" naval festival, reenacting the destruction of the Ottoman fleet with spectacular pyrotechnic displays. Descendants of Greek heroes like Bouboulina, Greece's first female admiral, carry the legacy of resistance and national pride.
Similarly, Hydra hosts the Epiphany celebration with processions, water blessings, and the daring cross-game, symbolizing renewal and faith. These traditions foster a deep sense of community and are vital threads in the islands’ cultural fabric.