Aghios Nikolaos

Edit

Classify

Create

Description

The captain of a sailing ship with wine, made a wish in Agios Nikolaos during a great storm, while sailing between Methoni and Pylos. The captain was hit by a large wave, lost consciousness and when he came to, the crew had managed to navigate the boat safely to the port of Pylos. The captain kept his vow and built the chapel. According to tradition, the mud used in the building was made from wine instead of water.

Originally, the annual celebrations were held on December 6 (the day is Saint Nicholas), but it was discovered that on December 6, weather conditions made it difficult to approach the church, so it was decided that the chapel would be inaugurated on May 9 in memory of Saint Nicolas. Nicholas the Younger, martyred in the town of Vounena.

Pascal Brackman

| | Public | Dutch • French

Statistics

Quickly to

Things to do in surrounding Sights nearby Destinations close by

Looking for routes that pass here?

Nearby routes

Things to do in surrounding Show all

Select one of the most popular activities below or refine your search.

- RouteYou Selections -

Discover the most beautiful and popular trails in the area, carefully bundled into appropriate selections.

Sights nearby Show all

Select one of the most popular categories below or be inspired by our selections.

- RouteYou Selections -

Discover the most beautiful and popular attractions in the area, carefully bundled in appropriate selections.

Plan your route

With RouteYou, it's easy to create your own customised maps. Simply plot your route, add waypoints or nodes, add places of interest and places to eat and drink, and then easily share it with your family and friends.

Route planner