Seskli (Greek:Σεσκλί) also known asSesklio (Σέσκλιο),Sesklo (Σέσκλο) andSesklia (Σεσκλιά) is a small Greek uninhabited island close to the island ofSymi. Its ancient name wasTeutloussa (Ancient Greek:Τεύτλουσα).[1] There can be no doubt that is the same island thatPliny the Elder calledScutlusa.[2]
On the island, there are archaeological findings from many different periods in history, including findings dating back to the lateNeolithic period.[3]
During thePeloponnesian War, the Athenian fleet under the general Charminus retreated to the island after its defeat from the Spartan fleet underAstyochus, and then fled toHalicarnassus.[4]
The island is also mentioned byPliny the Elder.[5]