Skiros is further away from the rest of the group and has a different atmosphere, which is closer to the Cyclades than the Sporades. The shape of the island suggests that it was originally formed by two mountainous islets joint together by a isthmus. Today the southern part called Vouno (mountain) is mostly farmland where they breed sheep, goats and small horses. The northern side, called Mari’, is fertile and covered in pines and cultivated fields. Skyros town is charming with the Cycladic style whitewashed houses laid amphitheatrically at the foot of the acropolis. The resort of Magazia is at the southern end of a fantastic long stretch of sand; Molos is at the northern end of the beach. On the west coast the beaches around Atsisa are pebbled and shaded by pines. To the north the beach of Kyra Panagia is a tranquil spot and not very crowded. Another good but small beach and taverna are found at Pefkos. The beach of Kalamitsa, a stretch of both pebbles and sand, is further east.
Opposite are the small uninhabited islets of Valaxa and Skyropoulo, which are a nice spot for a boat excursion.
The inhabitants have kept alive their traditions here more than in other areas, in particular the wood carving art, the pottery and embroideries are still made in the old fashion way and for this reason very valuable and popular with visitors of the island.