Off to Patmos we go. very sporty gusty sail. Finally found some action and had an exciting exhilarating few hours . We were on a free sail day so our stern to parking was minus our flotilla lead guidance , was the most windy day yet but Captain Ward did a stellar job. All secure mid afternoon and ready to explore.







,This place has a ton of history including an old monastery at the top of the city



Visited this cave which is apparently where Saint John the apostle wrote the book of revelations. A Greek Orthodox priest was doing a mass on our visit. a very spiritual place with many devote Christians weeping within. no photography allowed so this is a picture of a picture.



Up then by taxi to the Monastery to explore. The views from the top were amazing



Interesting architecture













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Had a relaxing swim on the rocky beach.

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A funeral procession walked through town.

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...a great day in a great place finished off with an equally great Greek meal .
more great wine in little jugs

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The next day brings us a windless motor to a small secluded bay with mooring balls. Palionisos back on the Island of Kalymnos .

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Nice relaxing quiet evening with a great meal at the one and only taverna ashore.

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The Greek salads in Greece are incredible....

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Morning brings us to an incredible town hiding in a fiord...Vathi .....prettiest one yet

Kim:
Fantastic!