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The Aegean Sea is home to the Sporades which signifies scattered or sporadic, which consists of a group of 24 islands. Skiathos, Greece is one of five inhabited islands of this group of 24 situated in the Northern Sporades along the eastcoast of Greece.

Although relatively small, Skiathos is a popular tourist attraction with its approximately 60 sandy beaches spread out along its coastline which stretches about 35 miles.

The geographic design of Skiathos is composed of hilly terrain which is more rugged on the northern section. The southern and southeastern sections of the island are less rugged where most of the settlements exist. Though forests cover most of the island, the area around the villages is farmland. The main road of Skiathos stretches from the southern to the eastern portion of the island while the inland and the northern coast can be accessed via smaller dirt roads.

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due to very economical flight packages and the town of Skiathos can be accessed from multiple locations around the world since it is conveniently located (along with the airport) at the northern part of the islands eastern side.

The Evangelistria monastery was built in 1704 by monks from Athos and the first flag of Greece was created and hoisted there in 1807. The monastery was also used as a hide-out for the Greek rebels during the Greek War of Independence (1821-1830). The monastery is a popular tourist site along with the ruins of Kastro located high on the cliffs above the Aegean Sea at the northern most section of the island.

The summer festivals are well underway in Greece which include countless cultural events like the 2nd annual Colours of Skiathos Art Exhibition and the frequent events held at the Bourtzi Cultural Centre. Most tourists who have had the opportunity to visit the fabulous island of Skiathos would agree it is like one continuous festival from day one until your departure. As usual, there is no shortage of luxurious hotels, fine foods and lively night life found on the island of Skiathos, Greece.