Skyros

Skyros offers a quiet retreat with its whitewashed Chora, Byzantine castle, and beautiful beaches. It’s home to the rare Skyrian ponies and boasts a strong tradition of folk art, including woodcarving and embroidery. Nature lovers will appreciate its pine forests, rugged mountains, and pristine shores.

History

Skyros has been inhabited since the Neolithic period and played a role in Greek mythology and history. According to legend, Achilles hid here before the Trojan War. The island has Byzantine and Venetian remnants, along with traditional customs and festivals that endure today.

What To See

• Skyros Chora
• Byzantine Castle
• Archaeological Museum
• Monastery of Saint George
• Skyrian Ponies
• Magazia Beach
• Molos Beach
• Atsitsa Bay
• Palamari Archaeological Site