Skopelos Legends, Culture, Stafylos, Dracontoshisma, Agios Riginos, Adrina Hotels

Legends of Skopelos

 

Prince Stafylos

In ancient times, the name of Skopelos was Peparithos. Peparithos and his brother Staphylos were the first inhabitants of the island in the 15th century. The myth shows Staphylos as the first resident, with his brother Peparithos following him. Sons of God Dionysus, the god of wine, and Ariadne, the daughter of the Cretan emperor Minos, Prince Staphylos built the first settlement of the island, but not the homonymous beach. His tomb is on the beach. Staphylos was a hero and was affiliated with Jason and the Argonauts.

Dracontoshisma

In Skopelos, there is an impressive rock with the name “dracontoshisma”. The name of the rock is part of a traditional legend of Skopelos. 800 years earlier, a terrible dragon made its way to Skopelos, killing and eating the islanders. It was impossible to live there, and everyone left. Moreover, from the adjacent islands, they would send their criminals to be eaten. When Saint Riginos heard about this situation, he wanted to exterminate him. He ascended, like a sailor on a ship with convicts. When the dragon saw the saint, it got really scared. A chase started, and they both ended up in the position between Staphylos and Amarantos. Not having anywhere to escape to, the dragon jumped into the sea. The sea was parted, and the area was called “dracontoshisma”. Elios Beach also took its name when Saint Riginos exclaimed, “Where is the mercy of God is the dragon?”

Adrina Beach

Adrina Beach got its name from the pirate Adrina. Adrina was the only female pirate who spread fear and terror throughout the North Aegean. On one of her trips, she had robbed, along with her companions, a Venetian ship. The treasure she had gathered was of immense value. But her comrades, along with her beloved, were involved in a battle with the Skopelites, where all of them were killed. As soon as she heard the unpleasant news, she secretly hid her treasure and climbed on the rock, and committed suicide. Rodopoulos’ family discovered Adrina’s treasure and transformed it into three exceptional summer resorts: the 4-star Adrina Beach Hotel and the 5-star Adrina Resort and Spa, and the Adrina Grand Hotel. Located in a stunning setting, Adrina Hotels offer unmatched hospitality, promising unforgettable holidays filled with relaxation and adventure. And who knows, you might even go on a treasure hunt of your own…    

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