Church of the Seven Martyrs


From the seaward end of town, a steep but sturdy path leads down the cliff to this tiny blue-domed church, set on its own little promontory surrounded by startlingly green water. The church is usually locked but it's the exceptionally beautiful setting that's the draw, especially in spring when the path is lined with yellow and mauve flowers. At its base, people swim naked from the rocks.


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