Patmos: Plain Shores, Profound Revelations

Patmos, the sacred island of the Dodecanese, exudes an air of religiosity, even with the address of its name. But when you find yourself in its territory, you will discover that, like every Aegean place, apart from devoutness, it has to offer you wonderful beaches for unforgettable dives, walks in beautiful alleys, and good food. Let’s explore it…

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Patmos Island: The Cave of the Revelation, a place of peace and devoutness

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Patmos: An island, just a revelation

Patmos, the tiny island of four traditional settlements, will enchant you from the first moment with its architecture. Crossing its alleys, you will discover sights that you should not miss the opportunity to visit.

Your boat will dock in Skala, the port of the island, which will be the base of your adventure. He starts by visiting the archaeological site of Kastelli, on the west side of Skala, to see up close the ruins of the walls that stand in the area, signs of the place’s old fortification.

As you continue on your way to Chora, you will see the unique cave of the apocalypse on the hill. While he lived in exile, John wrote the homonymous holy book. In this mystical space, you will have the opportunity to touch the triple cleft of the rock from which the word of god was heard, as well as the recesses that helped him manage to get up.

Arriving in Chora, you will be impressed by its highest point, the monastery of St. John the Theologian, a UNESCO cultural heritage site reminiscent of a medieval castle, with masterpieces of fresco painting. Do not forget to make a stop at the folklore museum, housed in the Simantiri mansion, and admire the exhibits.

Watch the sunset from where the three windmills are on your left and then sit in Agia Levia Square to end your day enjoying cool wines and delicious dishes, based on fresh fish, goat meat, and mizithra in the most cosmopolitan spot of the island.

Patmos: The beaches will charm you

Petra Beach: The beach features a unique natural landscape that will fascinate you. To reach it, you will travel just 1 km from the settlement of Groikos. There, you will find a piece of land covered with sand, which will lead you to the popular rock of Kalikatsou.

On this organized coast, there are pebbles inside and outside, while in the wider area, you have the opportunity to dive into two more beaches: the one with the red rocks after the downhill, and continuing for a while, you will find yourself on the second beach that has large tamarisk trees along it.

Psili Ammos Beach: It’s probably the most beautiful beach on the island. To get there, you can either use a boat to take you from Skala or walk for about half an hour on a fairly rough path from Diakofti.

In this wonderful beach, there is no organization, the tamarisk trees offer their natural shade, and the tavern of the area offers some supplies. The further you go, the more likely you are to find bathers practicing nudism. If you are a swimmer who prefers difficult ones, dive into the small, fine sand, a completely natural beach without any shade.

Groikos Beach: The beach is the homonymous coast of the settlement and is 4.5 km from the port. You will find it covered with sand and fine pebbles, while its waters are suitable for dives of all ages, since they do not deepen abruptly.

Along it, there is the option to organize sunbeds and umbrellas, or you can enjoy the free area, which offers shade under the tamarisk trees.

Geranou Meadow: The beach is on the east side of the island, about 12 kilometers from the port. Its coast is pebbly, while the vegetation along it guarantees you the coveted shade.

It is not organized, but only a canteen at the beginning; however, it is a focal point for bathers and their boats. During your dives, you will have a view of the opposite island of Agios Georgios with its chapel, which you can visit by swimming.

Vagia Beach: You will find the pebbled coast of Vagia, 7 km north of Skala. The waters you will swim in are cold, while the shade will be generously offered by its two large trees. Before or after you dive, do not forget to visit the homonymous brown Vagia, on the hill.

Agriolivado Beach: Just 3.5 km from the village of Skala, you will find yourself swimming in the waters of Agriolivado. Covered with sand and diffuse pebbles, on this coast with organized and free sections, you will swim overlooking the islet of Agia Thekla.

Kampos Beach: Probably the most famous sandy beach on the island. It is located on its north side, and you will need to travel about 4.5 kilometers from the port to dive into its sheltered waters.

A large part of it is organized with sunbeds and umbrellas. In the area of the beach, you will be able to indulge in various water sports, since it is the only center of the island.

Gemini: The so-called twin beaches will offer you double enjoyment in your dives, since you will find them side by side, with the second one having a canteen with the essentials. To dive into their waters, prepare to walk a downhill, short-term path.

Lambi Beach: The beach is in the northern part of the island, its name reflecting the legend that said its pebbles would shine under the moonlight. The beach bar you will find along it offers sunbeds and umbrellas. Its large size guarantees the tranquility you are looking for, but it is best not to visit on windy days, as its waters are affected by northern winds.

How to get to Patmos: Athens and Patmos are connected through the port of Piraeus. After a journey of about 10 hours, you will see its beauty in its face.

Patmos Island is widely called the “Island of the Apocalypse” or the “Sacred Island“; it remains to visit it to give it your own characterization, which will suit your travel experience.