Basilica of St Paul
The Basilica of St Paul is connected to the passing of the disciple Paul through Kos, which has been recorded in the Acts of the Apostles. It refers to a big basilica with three naves, an arch in the east and an antenave in the west. Length wise on both sides of the temple there are storage areas and close to the arch there is a baptistery. Even though they were almost ruined, quite a few have been preserved.
Old Christian Basilica - Kapama
The Basilica of Kapama is located in the village of Zipari and is similar to the Basilica of St Paul. It has three naves, an arch in the east and an antenave in the west with the difference being the position of the baptistery, which is situated in the centre of the southern side. The mosaic floors have mainly geometrical shapes which are sometimes surrounded by birds, fish and beetles
Hippocrates-Father of Medicine
Hippocrates is considered by scientists to be the founder of medicine. He may have been the most important doctor of the ancient times and the best representative of the Medical School of Kos. He was also a profound philosopher and humanitarian. He was born in Kos in 460 BC and was the son...
I swear by Apollo the physician, and Aesculapius, and Hygeia, and Panacea and all the gods and goddesses, making them my witnesses, that I will fulfill, according to my ability and judgment, this Oath and covenant. To hold him, who has taught me this art, as equal to my parents...
According to the most popular myth, Asclepius was the son of Apollo and Koronida, daughter of the King of Thesallia Fleyia. Koronida fell in love with Ishi and so Apollo ordered her death from his sister Artemis. Apollo saved the infant Koronida was carrying, he took it to Pylio and entrusted its upbringing to either...
