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Patmos, the island of the Holy Grotto of the Apocalypse, is a small island belonging to the Dodecanese cluster. It is characterized by its spiritual aura and its contrasting natural features such as sandy beaches, valleys, rock formations and hills.
The island of Patmos Greece has been inhabited since Prehistoric Times. During the Roman Period, it was a land of exile and it was here that St. John the Theologian, during his exile, wrote the Apocalypse, known also as the Book of Revelation. As Christianity spread throughout the world, Patmos began to develop into a center of religion, with many Christians finding refuge on the island, and as a result, Patmos Greece increased both its commercial and intellectual aspects.
Patmos Town (Hora) is a medieval town built around the Monastery of St. John the Theologian. The town is quite beautiful and is comprised of whitewashed houses, grand manors, splendid small squares, a number of churches and narrow alleyways that have quaint Patmos hotels. Skala is the port and capital town of Patmos Island and is the busiest settlement on the island with a wide variety of Patmos hotels, hotel apartments and luxury suites.
Visitors are offered a wide range of Patmos hotels that are situated in lovely settings close to the beach, dining and entertainment venues, the Apocalypse Cave and the Monastery of St. John the Theologian Patmos. In the lovely seaside resort of Grikos, Patmos, guests can stay in luxurious suites and rooms with a view of the beautiful Grikos Bay. Other areas of the island also provide Patmos hotels, hotel apartments, studios and villas for comfortable accommodation while on holidays in Patmos.
Patmos Hotels
While planning your Patmos holidays, you can select the accommodation of your choice from a wide array of Patmos hotels, studios, apartments and rooms for rent. Patmos Island abounds with accommodation for visitors of all types and budgets. There are Patmos hotel apartments and villas for families, Patmos studios and rooms for rent for couples and Patmos honeymoon suite accommodation for romantic nuptial trips.Patmos hotels are available in the stunning seaside settlements, such as Grikos, as well as the hillside villages. The seaside Patmos hotels offer a breathtaking sea view, while the hillside hotels offer a taste of the traditional life of Patmos, Greece.
Patmos Beaches
Patmos Island has some of the cleanest sea waters in the Aegean, with numerous pebbly and sandy beaches. Some Patmos Beaches are popular and organized, while some are quiet and secluded, providing visitors with several options, depending on their needs and preference.On the northeastern side of Patmos Greece, you will find Lambi Beach, a wonderful stretch of colorful pebbles, located in a bay area. The eastern coast provides the popular Kambos Beach and Agriolivado Beach, which are fully-organized and also situated in sheltered bays. Near Skala Port, you can swim at Meloi Beach.
The village of Grikos, on the southeastern coast of Patmos, is surrounded by small beaches with tamarisk trees. Psili Ammos is considered by many to be the best Patmos Beach, with soft sand, tamarisk trees and azure waters. It is located on the southwestern tip of the island and can be reached on foot from Stavros or by excursion boat from Skala.
Patmos Nightlife - Patmos Restaurants - Patmos Events
Do not let the fact that Patmos is a holy island fool you. It has a number of fabulous nightlife venues, most of which are located in Skala, the island's port, and in Patmos Town. The bars in Patmos Town, close at 2 am, at which time there is a mass transfer of people to the clubs and bars in Skala, keeping Patmos nightlife strong till the early morning hours. Charming tavernas and restaurants can be found throughout the island. Most serve the traditional dishes of Patmos, including goat in lemon sauce, pork in wine sauce, stuffed calamari, fresh fish and Patmos cheese pie.If you want to experience a bit of the traditional side of Patmos Greece, we recommend attending some of the local events and festivals. During Easter, several religious celebrations are held in Patmos Town (Chora). In Skala, you can attend the carnival during Mardi Gras (Apokries), or the Eccelsiastical Music Festival in September. Kambos hosts two church festivals: of the Sotira on August 6 and of the Panagia Geranou on August 15. On September 13, the eve of Stavros, there is a festival in the village of Grikos.
Patmos Sights & Attractions
Patmos Greece is considered a holy island, where the exiled St. John the Theologian found refuge and wrote the Apocalypse. There are two very significant sights in Patmos that are connected to St. John the Theologian. The first is the Monastery of St. John, located in Patmos Town (Chora). Visitors can walk through the monastery, admire the beautiful murals and icons, and visit the museum of the monastery, where many relics and important documents are displayed.Half-way between the Port of Patmos in Skala and Patmos Town is the Cave of the Apocalypse, otherwise known as the Holy Grotto, where St. John the Theologian heard the voice of God and witnessed visions, which he then inscribed, creating the Book of Revelation or the Apocalypse. Visitors can sit in the cave and listen to a monk tell the story of St. John and how the Apocalypse was written.
Apart from these two impressive sights, there are other excellent places to see on your Patmos tour. Get a map of Patmos and visit the wonderful churches and museums in Patmos Town (Chora), Grikos, and Kambos, as well as the ancient sights in the rest of the island. In Skala, we suggest visiting the Acropolis Ruins and the site where St. John the Theologian baptised the inhabitants of Patmos.
From Patmos Greece, you can catch tour boats to the small islands of Arki, Agathonissi, and Lipsi where you can spend a lovely day swimming in superb waters and relaxing on lovely beaches.
Patmos Weather - Patmos Climate
Patmos Greece has an excellent climate, as do the rest of the islands in the Dodecanese cluster. The weather in Patmos is mild throughout most of the year, except in winter when rainfall is quite common. In summer, Patmos weather is typically Mediterranean; warm and dry, with sunny skies, while the temperature of the sea is comfortable from spring to fall.From January to March, average temperatures in Patmos range from 11°C - 13.5°C. Spring is very pleasant with temperatures starting from 16.5°C to 21°C. June, July, August and September are splendid, as Patmos weather makes it ideal for summer activities, ranging from the mid 20s to low 30s. October, November and December are relatively warm, as temperatures range from 12°C to the low 20s.
Ferries to Patmos
You can travel to Patmos by ferry boats or high speed boats that depart from Athens ( Pireaus Port ). High speeds and ferries to Patmos are frequent, especially in the summer, when tourism on Patmos Island is at its peak. High speed and ferry boats to Patmos Port in Skala also depart from other Dodecanese Islands, some Cyclades Islands and Samos. The cost of boat fares for Patmos Island depend on the season and the type of boat, so book in advance to pay lower fares. Depending on the number of stops the ferry makes at other islands, the trip from Piraeus Port to Patmos Port (Skala) may last anywhere between 9 to 11 hours.| Dodecanese Islands | Tourism | United Hellas Home Page |
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