It’s
green, soft and idyllic, with some 70 sandy inlets;
several bays and three harbours. Its highest wooded
summit ripes to 438 meters. Around the island there are
no less than 9 smaller islands. Two of these, called
Tsougries, lie across the main harbour offering safe
anchorage to boats, with a small marina for yachts.
The principal town, also called Skiathos,
was built in 1830 on two low hills. It is the hub of the
tourist summer season, with several hotels, neat villas
and rooms to let for any lenght of time. Of interest in
the town is the home of the Greek writer, A.
Papadiamantis, who immortalized Skiathos in his short
stories. There is a good road in Skiathos, which hugs
the southern coast with its many lovely bays, linking
the town with Koukounaries – the famous pine grove – and
the beach of Aghia Eleni. Another road connects the town
with Asselinos. A convenient way to get to know the
island is by motor launch. They run at regular intervals
to the more popular beaches for a moderate fare.
Food of all kinds, especially fruit and
vegetables, are plentiful. If you prefer to eat out,
there are tavernas and self-service restaurants.
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Greece Areas Tour
Skiathos
