Category: Greece
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Saint John’s Monastery – Chora, Patmos, Greece – Favourite Monasteries
The monastery of Saint John the Theologian is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John was said to have dictated the Book of Revelation to his disciple. The monastery is also known for its beautiful polygonal structure, complete with crenellations and towers. Beautiful Monastery set on…
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Arkadi Monastery – Rethymno, Crete – Favourite Monasteries
Arkadi is the most historic monastery of Crete and has become the most sacred symbol of the struggle of the Cretans for liberation. The tragic Battle of 1866 opened the way for the liberation of the island in 1898. UNESCO has designated Arkadi as a historic site. The Monastery picture above is arguably the best-known…
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