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Sporades Islands

General Information about Sporades Islands

Only four out of twenty-four of the Islands of the Sporades Islands archipelago group are inhabited with the main island being Thessaly. The capital city of Thessaly is known as Larissa is home to the majority of the islands population.

Getting to the Sporades Islands is easy with regular flights departing from Athens. If your looking at having an action packed holiday then the Sporades Islands is well known as being a party island. The Sporades Islands is also home to some spectacular beaches where you will be able to lay down and relax.

If your after some water sports then there is plenty to do on the islands with a wide range of water sports being easily accessible. You will be guaranteed to be made at home while visiting the Sporades Islands

Climate

Learn About The Climate On The Sporades Islands

The summer months on the Sporades Islands are typically warm with the averages of up to 28+ degrees. August is one of the warmest months and also the busiest. Towards the end of September the climate starts to cool down with rain occurring during October. April and May are the coolest months with the night air beginning to cool down.

Geography

Geographical Information On The Sporades Islands

The Sporades Islands are made up of four islands in the eastern shores of mainland Greece which are Alonnissos, Skiathos, Skopelos and Skyros. Alonissos is to the east of Skopelos it is a peaceful island with a small population. The beaches are more difficult to get to compared to the neighbouring islands. Skiathos is the main island and the beaches are soft and sandy. Skiathos and Skopelos are full of forestry and are very popular with the tourists.

Festivals and Events

Find Out Whats Happening On The Sporades Islands

The summer months are amongst the busiest on the Sporades Islands with the councils organizing plenty of events throughout the year. In the town of Bourtzi on the island of Skiathos there is regular displays of well known Greek artists. In August there is the festivities of the Assumption of the Virgin with two full days of music, food and drink which is something not to be missed.

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