St. John's Monastery & Grotto of the Apocalypse (PAT - 01) Half Day
Depart from the port of Scala and enjoy a short drive to the village of Chora, where the
Monastery of St. John is built within the walls of a strong fortification. As you walk uphill
towards the entrance of the monastery marvel at this magnificent structure, which was built
900 years ago. View the courtyard, the monks’ dining room and the old bakery before you visit
the main church noted for its outstanding frescoes and interior decoration. Next, visit the
small museum where priceless ecclesiastical treasures, books, manuscripts, mosaics, icons,
splendid medieval textiles, vestments and jewellery are housed. Return to your motor coach
and continue to the nearby Grotto of the Apocalypse. Walk down the steps to the Grotto of
the Apocalypse. Here you will see the niches in the wall that mark the pillow and ledge used
as a desk by the author of the Book of the Revelation and the crack in the rock made by the
voice of God honouring the Holy Trinity. Afterwards, drive back to the port of Scala and enjoy
some free time in this quaint and picturesque town.