Glossa and Loutraki
At the same end of the island as Aghios Yiannis lies the second main town, Glossa, and its port Loutraki. Glossa is built high up on the hill, in amphitheatrical style. There has been human habitation on this site since ancient times; statues dating back to 600 BC have been discovered here, and to the north you can see the remains of observation towers dating back to the 4th century BC.
Much smaller than Skopelos' main town, Glossa has just a couple of cafes and tavernas. It's worth taking a wander around the narrow cobbled streets - the architecture is similar to that found in Skopelos main town, but the village has a more rustic, laid-back feel to it.
The traditional kafeneion is located in the town's central square and shaded by a mimosa tree. This is the meeting place for the older men, where they can drink a coffee, and talk politics.
Loutraki is the port of Glossa, and can be reached from there either by the road which winds its way down the hillside, or by the mule track which is cobbled in places, and which will take approximately 45 minutes walk.
Loutraki is a sleepy little place, built on the ruins of the ancient settlement, Selinous. You can still see the remains of the Byzantine walls to your right as you enter the village.
There are five or so tavernas, and a couple of cafes on the waterfront, which is a very nice place to sit and watch the occasional comings and goings of ferries, fishing boats and hydrofoils, and to admire the sun setting over Skiathos.