Yacht charter Skiathos

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Location and climate

In the northwestern part of the Aegean Sel lies a small island of Skiatios. It is settled 2.5 nm east of the Magnesia Peninsula and among islands of Northern Sporades it is located most far on the west. There is only one settlement called Skiathos Town, which is the port and capital of Skiathos. It was founded in 1830 on two low hills on the southeastern tip of the Island. Today, almost the entire population resides there. This island is abundant in vegetation and its thick pine forest is protected natural resort. The climate of the Skiathos is gentle. The winters are mild but with heavy precipitation, while summers are hot and sunny. The summer breezes which cool the temperature from July until the middle of August are called meltermid.

History and sights

Skiathos has kept its name since the pre-Hellenic period. It is said that the island was named by the Pelasgians, its first inhabitants, because they were impressed by the great shadows (skia in Greek) of the many trees covering the island. The island was taken in the 7th century BC by the Chalceids who settled there. It had a strategically important place during Persian Wars in the 5th century BC. During its history the island was in turmoil. It was ruled by the Athenians, Spartans and Macedonians through the ancient years. Later it was conquered by the Romans and then Byzantines where it enjoyed a certain freedom until the conquest by the Venetian Ghisi brothers in the 13th century. The island was frequently under pirate attacks in Medieval times. This led the people to create a settlement on the Kastro where they had a better protection. From this place the islanders resisted Turkish invasion in 1538 for a week. The Turks reigned mercilessly which practically deprived the island as the refugees advanced from the mainland. If was liberated in 1829. Ever since, it had been a peaceful place, but during the WW II the Germans burned the island.

Today

This verdant island has more than 60 beaches and offers a range of holiday activities catered to your needs. You can rest and relax in its natural beauty or enjoy in excursions, numerous sports or rich nightlife. Tourism and agriculture are the main business activities in the island. You can buy naturally produced olive oil, honey, wine and fruits. The gastronomic offer on the island is very versatile; you can find French cuisine but also traditional Greek food. Main shopping zone is the Papadiamantis Street, the main street of the town. The offer here is quite wide if you are looking for garments and souvenirs. If you wish to bring something genuine buy the monk wine from the monks of the Evaggelistria Monastery. The most treasured attractions of Skiathos are its wonderful beaches and clear waters around the islands. Lie back in the sun or search for many activities like water-skiing, para sailing, or rent a jet-ski. But the beaches are not the only natural attraction. On the island there are two lakes, home of ample animal and plant species. The lakes are located close to the town.

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