A bit of a grey day on Alonnisos as we visit Leftos Gialos beach. This white-pebble beach 7km northeast of Patitiri has a few summer tavernas and sun loungers and is framed by headlands thick with pine forests.
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Alonissos
On to the third of our Greek islands now. The smallest of the three on our island hoping itinerary – Alonissos. There’s lots more pebble beaches to explore plus we quickly stop off at Steni Vala harbour to check out the bobbing boats.
Skopolos town
A few more snaps from the gorgeous whitewashed Skopolos Chora now. The town extends up to the Kastro (castle) which is the perfect spot to grab a cool drink and enjoy the view out. Skopolos town was designated a ‘traditional settlement’ in 1978 due to its beautiful character and authentic architecture that has remained relativelyContinue reading “Skopolos town”
Skopolos town
Similar to most Greek islands, Skopolos has a charming capital (Chora) complete with maze like alleyways, whitewashed walls and colourful shops. Here’s a photo dump of some of the details! As per usual the kitty lover finds some local felines to fuss over 🙂 Then its time for cocktails at our favourite little harbourside restaurant.Continue reading “Skopolos town”
Agnontas port
Agnontas is a small village with a port about eight kilometres from Skopolos town. The port provides an alternative docking place to the main Skopolos harbour if weather is bad. The harbour is naturally protected from bad weather making it a preferred port for fisherman whose catch can be seen in the water front tavernas.Continue reading “Agnontas port”
Glifoneri beach
Skopolos has enchanting little beaches and coves around every bend and corner and the tiny Glifoneri beach is no exception. The tiny little cove is at the bottom of a steep hill, with a handful of houses.
Glysteri beach
Glysteri is a stunning spot for a swim and as it’s early we have the place to ourselves for a while! A rocky peninsula leads to a sheltered bay with a pebbled beach backed by white hills and green trees. One of the few northern beaches of Skopelos, Glysteri is located in a small coveContinue reading “Glysteri beach”
Milia beach
Milia is another extremely beautiful beach with glimmering white sand and turquoise waters, ideal for swimming and diving. The long, white sandy shore stretches for nearly a km alongside the enchanting landscape. We end our beach day where we started it at beautiful Panormos beach.
Glossa
Glossa is the second largest village on Skopolos after Skopolos town itself – but don’t expect a bustling metropolis! Glossa has great views out over Skopolos and is known as the Balcony of the Aegean. Built about 300 metres above Loutraki Port, this is a sleepy little hamlet set around a small village square. There’sContinue reading “Glossa”
Agios Ioannis Kastri
Mamma Mia we’re in for a climb with the next sight seeing stop . . . we’re heading to the tiny chapel of Agios Ioannis Kastri. Made famous for being the little church in the Abba inspired film Mamma Mia – it’s where the high octane matriarch Donna (played by the ever marvellous Meryl Streep)Continue reading “Agios Ioannis Kastri”