Patmos Is The Prettiest Of All The Greek Islands
Greece has the most beautiful islands in the world and the Greek island of Patmos is one of beauty and inspirational must see destinations. It’s sited in the Aegean Sea and to the northern part of the Dodecanese Development.
The Dodecanese area is made up of 12 large islands plus another additional 150 mini islands who borders with the coast of Turkey as well as the Samos and Crete islands.
Patmos Island has existed for thousands of years and made its first debut in history when the apostle John was exiled there and this is where he wrote the very last book of the Christian bible known as Revelation.
A visit to the Patmos Island will not be concluded until you go and explore the Monastery of St. John the Theologian located in the town of Chora. Monastery of St. John has one of the highest towers in the town and it is quite obvious from wherever you are located on the island. Tourists can get admission to the Monastery of St. John the Theologian by way of the road from Skala where you will find a variety of chronological artworks such as creative writings of literary works; sculpture works; paintings; etc. all to be found in the Monastery’s Treasury. The sightseer section commences daily from 8:30 in the morning and respectable apparel is obligatory for admission.
An extra magnificent site you can stop at on the Patmos Island is the Cave of Apocalypses this cave was used as a jail in ancient times. The apostle John stayed in the cave as a prisoner of the Roman Empire and for the period of his jail time in the cave, the biblical book of Revelation was written by the apostle.
Visitors to the cave will see many ancient Christian souvenirs with a special silver decoration of the exact spot where Apostle John is believed to have rested while receiving the biblical dreams that led to his writings in Revelation. The Cave of Apocalypses is awfully dark and must use light from candles to see the path through the cave which in turn means you can’t take any photos once in the cave. Countless Christian pilgrims visit the cave each year and 1 of the customary rituals is to read a small number of verses of Revelation while in the cave.
Patmos island is a very special and unique island steeped with spiritual and inspirational experiences and history, if you would like to have a holiday in Patmos we recommend the services of Patmos Accommodation. Why? Because they have examined every house, villa, apartment to check that all accommodation is unique and special and of a high standard for your holiday.
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