St John's Island
Villas on Patmos
St John's Island
Imbued with a profound sense of spirituality, the Dodecanese island of Patmos attracts those in search of off-the-beaten-track pleasures, golden beaches, and insights into eastern Mediterranean culture and history.
Travel Guide
At a glance
- Surface area: 45km2 (approx)
- Population: 3,100 (approx)
- Divine origins: Selene, goddess of the moon, convinced Artemis, Zeus and Apollo to raise Patmos above water
- Biblical traditions: John the Apostle wrote the Book of Revelation on Patmos
- Must-see sight: Chora, the utterly charming, fabulously panoramic hill-top capital
From our local specialist
From our local specialist
"Spend time getting to know the main town of Patmos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with amazing views, an awe-inspiring monastery and pretty, maze-like alleys with a good selection of cafés and tavernas. For nightlife, head down to Skala, the harbour town below."
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