"Patmos, the island of the Apocalypse" Top 5 Page for this destination Patmos by SirRichard

Patmos Travel Guide: 56 reviews and 183 photos

A holy island

In this tiny island, Saint John the Evangelist experienced his apocalyptic vision of the Second Coming of Christ. In a cave he was inspired by God the Father to write the Book of Revelation. Around that cave they have built the Monastery of Apocalypse, one of Patmos landmarks

Last visit to Patmos: Aug 2002
Intro Written Oct 5, 2002
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Reviews (6)

The byzantyne way Off The Beaten Path (1)

This is the old road that connected Skala with Hora. A good way to see it is to climb to Hora by bus and return walking... more travel advice

White walls, stone ornaments Local Customs (1)

In these dodecanese islands, there are no more white & blue villages (as in the Cyclades), they are more white & brown,... more travel advice

Monastery of St. John the Theologian - Patmos

Monastery of St. John the Theologian Things to Do (1)

This castle-like Monastery was used as deffensive building against the pirates, that's the main reason of its aspect. It... more travel advice

Hora Favorites (2)

This town up the hill is the capital of the island, though most of the activity and accomodation is down in Skala, where... more travel advice

Transportation (1)
Arriving by ferry

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Written Sep 15, 2002

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sandysmith Aug 18, 2008 at 10:16 AM

looking forward to a visit here
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nickandchris Apr 26, 2007 at 3:21 AM

I remember the locals being very friendly on Patmos.
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pikuu Oct 26, 2006 at 2:11 PM

Patmos is fantastic. I spent there only one day and wonna come back. Your photos and tips let me know to plan the return-travel. Thanx.
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basstbn May 24, 2005 at 10:54 AM

A fascinating place - thanks for sharing!
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t4tmike Feb 17, 2004 at 1:57 PM

Very nice-thanks for including this...:)
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londonlover Feb 8, 2003 at 5:33 PM

Patmos must be a fascinating place to explore!
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tak_pap Jan 28, 2003 at 1:22 AM

Patmos is so mysterious, relaxing place - The aura of that island is unique !
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nada1712 Dec 1, 2002 at 1:34 PM

I ahve been to Patmos many times and your page is very accurate
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nomada Oct 7, 2002 at 1:57 AM

que "joya" de diarios, Joaquin... con tiempo y muchos clics espero ver todas tus paginas de Grecia
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Irine_29 Oct 6, 2002 at 12:15 AM

and the "ultimate mystagogy" ;-)