Esciros

Historic Churches & Chapels

Skyros hosts a collection of Byzantine and post-Byzantine religious sites, anchored by the 10th-century Monastery of Saint George, which sits below the Byzantine castle. These chapels, often situated near the coast or on rocky outcrops, showcase traditional Aegean architecture with whitewashed walls and terracotta details. Many serve as focal points for local festivals and house historical icons and intricate wood-carved screens.

Mone Agiou Georgiou

A 10th-century Byzantine monastery perched below the Kastro. It features a notable wood-carved iconostasis and is a dependency of the Megisti Lavra Monastery on Mount Athos.

Kyra Panagia

Traditional seaside chapel on the western coast of Skyros, featuring simple whitewashed architecture.

Panagia Limbiani

Small Greek Orthodox chapel situated in the rural landscape of northern Skyros.

Agios Phokas

Coastal chapel located near the bay of Agios Phokas, serving as a landmark for the surrounding fishing settlement.

Agios Panteleemon

Hilltop chapel offering panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and the island's southern coastline.

Pente Martyres

Small chapel located in the vicinity of the Chora, dedicated to the Five Martyrs.

Agia Triada

Traditional Greek Orthodox place of worship located near the historical center of Skyros town.

Ag. Ioannis

Stone-built chapel following the traditional architectural style of the Sporades islands.