|
 Depart
the port of Scala and enjoy a short journey 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, exceptional in its architecture.
View the courtyard, the Monks' dinning room and the old bakery
before you visit the main church noting its outstanding frescoes
and interior decoration.
Next,
see the priceless ecclesiastical treasures housed in the
beautiful but small museum: books and manuscripts, mosaics,
icons, splendid medieval textiles and vestments as well as
jewellery. Return to your motor coach to continue on to the
nearby Grotto of the Apocalypse, where above stands the church
of the Apocalypse, a sub-unit of the main Monastery. Walk down
the steps to visit the Grotto of the Apocalypse.
Here
you will see the silver niches in the wall, that mark the pillow
and ledge used as a desk by the author of the Book of
Revelations as well as the three-fold fissure made by the Voice
of God emphasizing the honour of the Trinity.
Afterwards,
drive back to the port of Scala and enjoy some free time in this
quaint and picturesque harbour.
|
