A long narrow, mountainous island it is basically 2 islands in one. The northern and southern parts were isolated from one another for hundreds of years except by caique. The north is rugged and mountainous. Its residents still retain many old island customs and are a treasure for ethnologists. The islanders are extremely hospitable.
Most sandy beaches are in the southern portion of the island.
Pigadia is the capitol and connected to the north by a poor road. There are several resort areas on the island. There are several nice hotels.