In the western part of the Aegean Sea lies the small Greek island of Skopelos (part of the archipelago Northern Sporades). This is one of the most beautiful and green islands of Greece. Every year, admire stunning natural landscapes and relax on the beautiful beaches here come a huge number of tourists. On the island you will find a lot of interesting attractions.

The name "Skopelos" is also the administrative center and main port of the island. The city is located in a picturesque bay in the form of an amphitheater, down the hills to the seashore. The narrow cobbled streets and alleys, white houses with roofs covered with red tiles, balconies, entwined with flowers, fountains and numerous stairs leading to the top of the hill, give the city a special charm and create a unique atmosphere of comfort. The tourist infrastructure is well developed city. In Skopelos you will find a good selection of excellent hotels and comfortable apartments, and excellent restaurants and taverns, mostly concentrated on the waterfront, will be pleased with the traditional Greek cuisine.

On a hilltop overlooking the city, and today we can see the ruins of a Venetian fortress (Castro), which was built on the spot where in ancient times was the ancient Acropolis. Here is located the church of St. Athanasius - the oldest temple on the island, built in the 11th century on the foundations of an ancient sanctuary with magnificent frescoes of the 16th century. From the summit of Castro offers stunning panoramic views of the island and the Aegean Sea.

The town is famous for a huge number of churches and chapels. Most of them are open only on certain holidays. You should definitely visit the Church of the Virgin, the monastery of Zoodochos Pigi and the Church of the Archangel Michael, and around the city - the monastery of St. Rigina and Evangelistria. Local attractions include the small and Ethnographic Museum.

Skopelos is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the Aegean Sea and is a popular Greek resort.