Skopelos beautiful Chora!!
The beautiful Skopelos town is located in the northern part of the island. The picturesque town of Skopelos is built amphitheatrically and extends from the Castle to the harbor below. Chora remained faithful to tradition and unchanged over time. As a result, in 1978, it even won the title of “traditional settlement”.
The houses in Chora are built very short distances from each other, creating a maze of cobblestone streets. In each courtyard and on each balcony, the gardens are adorned with ornate bougainvilleas, geraniums, and other fragrant flowers! Walking along the magnificent cobbled streets, among the houses, the whitewashed courtyards, and the paved alleys, you will find many small churches. Residents of Skopelos, always respecting their faith and religion, keep the churches in excellent condition. Skopelos Town itself is an attraction.
Every corner of Chora is unique, from the harbor, Panagitsa of Pyrgos up to the Venetian Castle that pirates did not manage to destroy in the 19th century. A pleasant walk starts at the port, continues uphill to the Panagitsa Church of Pyrgos on the edge of the harbor, and follows the picturesque alleys to the Venetian Castle. The view all the way will take your breath away … The Aegean Sea stretches out in front of you…
The Houses in Skopelos Chora
The architecture of the houses of Skopelos Town is of particular importance. The influences are many, but there are four basic types. In Chora, you will find houses with Venetian influences, houses built in the type of Pelion and Macedonia style, as well as houses with influences from the rural and neoclassical type.
Inside the houses, in the old days, the interior was decorated with elaborate furniture and porcelain, which the sailors brought from their travels. The dominant colors in Skopelos Town are white and red. Since the houses are white and the roofs have red tiles, the shutters on the windows are usually in shades of brown. In recent years, many owners have chosen more vibrant colors such as green and blue.
Sightseeing in Skopelos Town
In Skopelos Town, you can visit the Folklore Museum of Skopelos, the house of Pavlos Nirvana as well as the Vakratsa Mansion.
The Folklore Museum of Skopelos is housed in a three-story mansion, which is fully equipped and exudes the lifestyle of a daily family of the last century. Pavlos Nirvana’s house is a traditional two-story building. The Vakrasa Mansion is located in the neighborhood of St. Michael. It is a three-story building that fully depicts the 18th century, in which it was built. You will have the opportunity to learn more about Skopelo’s culture and culture. Do not forget to admire the magnificent traditional Skopelos costume.
Accommodation in Skopelos Chora
In Skopelos Town and in the surrounding areas, there is plenty of accommodation for a pleasant stay. Hotels, apartments, studios, villas, and houses for all tastes and prices.
Entertainment in Skopelos Chora
Skopelos Town covers all the needs of a happy traveler! Along the beach, in the harbor, and in picturesque alleys, you will find cafes and bars to have your coffee, enjoy your breakfast, and enjoy your drink and your summer cocktail.
For a hearty breakfast, we recommend visiting Kanela and Anemos Brunch! To relax while sipping your coffee, you should visit Karavia Cafe and Docks Cafe. If you want to admire the view at the same time, go up to Vrachos Cafe Bar. For a drink, it is worth climbing Skala Cocktail Bar and traveling musically to Mercurius Bar and Platanos Jazz Bar. For an authentic Greek night, you must visit Anatoli of the famous rebetis Giorgos Xintaris. From morning to late night, Skopelos Town is full of life !!
Eating in the Town of Skopelos
Skopelos Town will not disappoint you in the area of food. On the contrary, you will eat well-cooked food in hearty portions !! The choices in Skopelos Chora are too many and cover all tastes. Traditional tavernas on the beachfront, souvlaki, slightly more sophisticated restaurants, restaurants with more Italian touches on the menu, ouzo, and of course, picturesque tavernas. The first taste you should try is the traditional Skopelos cheese pie.
For traditional cooked dishes, it’s worth going to Kymata and Molos. For authentic meat portions, you will go to Peparithos. In Dimitraki, you will eat traditional dishes and drink tsipouro with its appetizer! In Karydia, you will hear live music while enjoying your drinks and mezedes. At Muses and Olivo, you will enjoy more refined flavors. To taste the popular Greek souvlaki, you will go to Magali and Mylos. You should visit Kochilis Bakery, which remains open 24 hours, for a takeaway. Sweet flavors, ice cream, and waffles will be enjoyed at the beachfront cafes. Sit down in Ambrosia for more traditional flavors. The picturesque Chora of Skopelos is waiting for you to visit.
