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Shopping In Skiathos
Skiathos town boasts a fantastic array of Shops. "Shop till you drop,"
is an apt slogan for this most friendly of places. Stores stay open until
late in the evenings, so you don't have to sacrifice beach time and remember
Greek goods when sold in Greece will be substantially cheaper than their
international outlets.
Papadiamantis street is the main shopping street of the island. Amid the
mass of shops selling tourist tat there are a number of priceless gems. Real
Greek antiques and art though hard to find are available. High quality glass
ware and ceramics are to be found and the less high minded will find plenty
to interest them.
Also spend a lot of time taking a stroll inland through the cobbled streets,
and you’ll find quality shops (some fairly exclusive)
Every type of store is here and all tastes are catered for: antiques,
jewellery, high end boutiques and top designers, hand-woven scarves, rugs,
and tablecloths from around Greece , cook books, lifestyle, natural Greek
cosmetics, original oil paintings by local and other Greek artists being
amongst the best choices .
A special word here Art-galleries, they have many unique paintings which are
internationally recognised on the worlds markets. This is the place for that
one off piece of art that your friends will be amazed by.
Here you will also find a wide range of unique jewelleries, icons and
traditional handicrafts whose materials and techniques are drawn from the
ancient and Byzantine tradition.
For those who want to watch the world go by, there are numerous cafes where
you can settle with a cup of coffee and the daily papers.
Summing up Skiathos offers a wide ranging shopping experience with something
to interest everyone.
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