Platanos, which is located north east, down the mountain Apitiki and Panagia’s castle, is the island’s capital. In Platanos is the City Hall the Leros Library ,the Greek National Bank with 24hours ATM service, Shops ,Hotels, Bakeries, News agents, Photo shops, Super markets, Fashion and souvenir shops, Traditional cafes). In Platanos is the terminal of the local bus and the Taxis. From Platanos you can take the steps leading up the Castle of Leros.