Cave of the Apocalypse, Sacred cave in Patmos, Greece
The natural cave stands between the towns of Chora and Skala, featuring ancient stone walls and religious frescoes within its chambers.
Saint John received and recorded the visions of the Book of Revelation in this cave during his exile under Emperor Domitian in 95 CE.
The cave forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage site along with the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, representing early Christian architecture.
The cave entrance includes a dedicated parking area, while guided tours operate daily from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM throughout the year.
Three fissures in the cave ceiling represent the Holy Trinity, through which Saint John reportedly heard the divine voice dictating the Apocalypse.
Location: Patmos Municipality
Part of: The Historic Centre (Chorá) with the Monastery of Saint-John the Theologian and the Cave of the Apocalypse on the Island of Pátmos
GPS coordinates: 37.31417,26.54444
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:33
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