With picturesque Skopelos as a starting point you can visit the marine park of the Northern Sporades.

Learn some interesting facts about the Mediterranean seal, in corporation with "M.O.R.N." (Association for the study and protection of the Mediterranean Monk Seal Monachus Monachus.

... Our acquaintance with the Marine Park and Mom

S.C.A.N." Skopelos Caring for Animals And Nature" which was created by a group of sensitive and active inhabitants (both foreign and Greek), who care about the protection of the islands environment and the animals living here.

You can visit the cosmopolitan Skiathos of Alexandros Papadiamantis, with gorgeous Lalaria and famous Kouokunaries.

Unfortunately during the last years Skiathos "is paying the price" for the uncontrolled tourist development. Nevertheless, it still remains one of the most beautiful islands in Greece.

In the photograph we see the lovely beach at Koukounaries in Skiathos.

Likewise neighboring Alonnisos with the picturesque "Upper Village" and its many beautiful small beaches.

In the photograph we see Alonnisos as it appears from a point behind the monastery of Prodromos.

Explore the island to discover the beauty of Skopelos. The island's beaches are tempting, but visit the interior and enjoy the magnificent scenery, drink cool water from the wells and natural springs, see the little churches and ancient monasteries.

In the photograph the island of "Dasia" at the entrance to Panormos bay. This site offers the most breath taking sunsets.

It is commonly accepted that during the last few years nature and social values in general have been in conflict. Fortunately Skopelos is still withstanding this trampling on nature's beauty and resisting the pressures of commercial demands.

Despite the efforts of many, Skopelos continues to be one of those places which retains it's traditional standards and defends its unique character.

Let us hope that our island will not suffer as a result of over development The prevention of this will need vigilance by both government and local residents. We will not pursue these problems here, but hope that the island will benefit as a result of future, sympathetic tourist development, and, in the process, maintain its awareness of the fragile ecological balance; Our site we will always try to give space to all aspects of every sensitive subject .

The Ecology of the Northern Sporades is unique in the way it combines the green of the mountains with the blue of sea and sky. Dolphins, seals, rare birds and plants find shelter in this corner of the Aegean Sea. Here you will find your own shelter, too.

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