Tag Archives: dirt roads

2269 – FoMA footpath team 2022 – part 3.02: the Ridge path above Vatopedi to Chera

Posted on June 5, 2023 by athosweblog

In the second part of our clearing day on September 28th 2022 we made a classical mistake that often happens when hiking on Athos, by paying no attention while walking on a dirt road and missing a sign in the … Continue reading →

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2026 – How to preserve and keep the ancient paths of Mount Athos?

Posted on October 26, 2018 by athosweblog

Greece has a long tradition in preserving ancient heritage. Even old roads, such as this one,  leading to Thessaloniki are kept in good condition for the future. This road is in the Museum of Modern Art in Thessaloniki. This nicely restored … Continue reading →

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1755 – changes on the Holy Mountain?

Posted on October 13, 2015 by athosweblog

During my last visit to the Holy Mountain monk Michael, the Lebanse archondaris of Simonaspetras,  told us that the number of pilgrims was booming: the expectation for this year 120.000 pilgrims, for 2016 they expect 150.000 visitors! And  10 years ago, … Continue reading →

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