Patmos is known worldwide as being the sacred island on which St. John wrote the Book of Revelations. It’s also a great place for anyone who loves nature, with its volcanic soil, sheer cliffs, and lace-like coastline. In 1981, Patmos was designated by the Hellenic Parliament as a “Holy Island,” and was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Small white homes can be seen in the Hora area, glittering beneath the Aegean sun, offering a contrast to the area’s two-story mansions. Narrow, historical streets lead to Skala, where visitors will find traditional bakeries, shops, cafe, and restaurants.

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