Patmos, the “Island of the Apocalypse,” as captured by the WorldView-3 satellite, is the Hellenic Space Center’s (HSC) choice for Image of the Month.
A place of exceptional historical, religious and cultural significance, Patmos is renowned for the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, the Cave of the Apocalypse and the historic settlement of Chora, all of which are included on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The high-resolution satellite image highlights the island’s distinctive geomorphology, intricate coastline and natural bays, offering a different perspective on one of the Aegean’s most important cultural heritage sites.