Nestled within the rugged Avlaki Gorge lie the ruins of Katholikou Monastery. Dedicated to St. John the Hermit, a local saint who called these caves home in the 11th century, the monastery boasts a fascinating history. Founded by the saint himself, it thrived for centuries before facing a surge in pirate attacks in the 16th century. Seeking refuge, the monks eventually relocated to the nearby Gouverneto Monastery. A testament to their time here, a carved path still connects the two religious sites.
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