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A little island adventure

Churches
of Leros

97 churches in nine hours. A camera, a borrowed motorbike and a journey to discover the beautiful churches and quiet chapels of the island I call home.

The chapel of Agios Isidoros on its rocky islet, reached by a narrow walkway across the sea.
Agios Isidoros, from the Visit Leros photograph archive. One of the island’s unforgettable little chapels.

The story behind the photographs

97 churches in 9 hours!

This was a challenge! I went all around the island, trying to capture as many of the beautiful churches of our island as I could. In the process I discovered some beautiful chapels and a Byzantine church dating back to the 14th century.

Special thanks to Prokopis. Without his camera, this feat would not have been possible. Also to Mr Panagos for letting me ride his motorbike, through “rivers” and up the mountains, to discover the most isolated chapels. Thank you both.

Instead of a normal gallery, I arranged all the pictures as a collage so you can appreciate the number and beauty of my little adventure.

Recognise a chapel? Share its story

If you recognise a church or have a memory to share, contact me and mention its photograph number. I would love to hear more about the places in this collection.

These photographs are part of my Visit Leros archive. Please ask for permission before using or reproducing them. Read the copyright and privacy statement.

A taste of the island

After a day of exploring

For a little inspiration for your next meal on Leros, visit the Instagram of my favourite taverna, Dimitris Karaflas.

You can also explore Lerian food and the memories of my family’s Dimitris Ouzeri.

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