Monestary of Agios Ioannis

A classic monastery on a beautiful island.

I visited the monastery with my boyfriend and we both lit candles for some of our loved ones who are going through particularly difficult times. The church itself is small, but the environment as a wh...

Archeological monastery

From the town center 15 minutes by bus or taxi passing from the podamos beach old village (horio) and then magnificent views until you reach the archaeological monasty of Agios Giannis(Saint John)

A treat for the eye from Emporio to the Monastery

The small but religious significant Monastery of Agios Ioannis (Saint John) Alarga is situated on a high plateau and lies at the west end of Halki. There is a nice peaceful courtyard in the monastery ...

Wonderful in the evening light

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The journey with the Fedon bus here is worth: Even in the evening light, the colours and shapes are impressive. The chapel and the indoor with the old tree are also impressive

The road is worth the trip

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The way is the only way to travel, the chapel is simple and in a naturally orthodox style, but the most affecting is the wonderful landscape.