Agios Emilianos Island

Agios Emilianos is a small islet joined with the island of Symi through a narrow strip of land. Its name comes from the small chapel of Agios Emilianos that is built on the island. According to tradition it was built with the money of spong workers after a request of the Saint himself who appeared in the vision of a ship owner. It is a beautiful and picturesque church, with large yard, cells, trees, ideal for weddings or Baptisms. The chapel celebrates on July,18th. The islet has no sandy beaches but it is surrounded by turquoise, crystal clear waters.