a solitary church that stands as a mute testimony to the Castle’s glorious past. Remnants and vestiges of other churches can be found in and around the Castle. A few finely restored houses too can be found here. Anybody who takes the trouble of climbing to the summit is assured of breathtaking panoramic vistas. From the summit of the cliff, one can view the mainland as well as the northern part of Skopelos.
If one looks down, the picturesque beach will take one’s breath away. It is here that the boats lay anchor. Numerous boats, both small and big are set on a constricted passageway along the beach and makes for truly kaleidoscopic vignette. The beach also has a cozy taverna.
 For those with high energy levels, a hike up to the main town
can be a very rewarding experience. But be aware that the path is very steep. There is a charming little church on the way that will make you spellbound.
One can also reach the Castle on foot. But it is not for the faint hearted. It is a rather arduous task and takes almost 3 hours to reach.
A more lighter option is by embarking on a jeep safari which are readily available at the numerous travel agencies that are located here.
Some of the most enduring tourist attractions of the Castle neighborhood are the impregnable town walls, the trademark drawbridge, the Turkish baths and remnants of a few churches, all of which makes a visit to Castle a memorable experience.
Archaeologists and historians are of the opinion that during the 16th century, the island’s population decided to shift to the unconquerable rock, which is located to the northeast of Skíathos and build their own Castle. In the past, the narrow drawbridge served as the only link with the island.
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