Lean more about the 150 Angelic Salutation prayer tradition in the Christian Orthodox Church. A devotion from the VIII century requested from the Mother of God to the people.
96% of Greeks are Orthodox. Local Latin Roman community reminiscent of the Venetian presence can be found in the Greek islands especially in Syros with special celebration during Easter.
Zoodochos Pigi Monastery is located not too far from the Municipality square in Chora. After walking in the labyrinth alleys you will find the monastery with the wondermaking icon with three eyes.
Discover this hidden Church dedicated to Saint Michael Archangel linked to the vision of Apocalypse. The Saint Michael line also pass over Patmos.
Relics are the main reason for many pilgrimages as a reminder of the grace of God. Patmos monasteries have relics of saints to venerate.
What are the main differences between clergy people serving in the Christian Orthodox Church and other denominations.
In front of the beautiful beach of Agriolivadi there is the islet with the Church dedicated of Saint Teckla. Every September a liturgy is offered there.
St. Paul steps is one of the preferred pilgrimages to Greece. Make sure you visit Patmos before or after with this amazing options.
Without a doubt the Mother of God has a special place in the heart of every Christian Orthodox. Named in Greek Panagia which could translated in the "Most Holy" higher than the saints!
Patmos has probably the highest number of churches in the world with a ratio of a Church every 8 people! This is a huge number even comparate to other greek islands standard.
Pilgrimage is a spiritual journey but some practical advise on how to make the best of it with the trip organization is Always a good reminder to make everything smooth as much as possible.
Discover the days off in Greece. Beyond the international days like 1st of May (strike granted), Oxi Day, Greek Independence day, Reunification of the Dodecanese region to Greece and more.
The Christian Orthodox Church has seven sacraments, two more than Latin roman. Find out more on what they and what they rappresent.
Before Flying home from Athens after checking in but before security make a visit to the airport Church located in the mezzanine floor next to the restaurants. Beautifully decorated in modern style.
Discover the island of Lipsi on a day trip from Patmos to venerate the Holy Icon of Panagia Tou Xarou, Our Lady of the Death or Underworld. Only 20/25 minutes away with the catamaran.
Patmos is the most important pilgrimage site in the Dodecanese region. The second is St. Michael in Panormitis, Symi. Panagia Spiliani in Nisyros, Panagia Tsambika in Rhodes, find out more.