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2286 – Vatopedi’s Koi fish

Posted on October 30, 2023 by athosweblog

In front of the main entrance of the Vatopedi monastery is a basin; a large pool. It was once a reservoir for the water mill, which is located at the bottom of the hill, near the harbour. But now it … Continue reading →

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2081 – Fish in the pond at Vatopediou

Posted on November 10, 2019 by athosweblog

When leaving Vatopediou through the impressive main gate you see the kiosk in front of you with a beautiful hilly backdrop. Right after the gate to the right you will find a new pool. The large pool nowadays looks like … Continue reading →

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1776 – The fishing monk of Esfigmenou

Posted on January 16, 2016 by athosweblog

The monastery of Esfigmenou with a monk fishing. When we take a closer look we see that he is fishing directly under the ” Orthodoxy or Death”  sign.                                           In the waters off Mount Athos there is a special fisheries … Continue reading →

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1085 – Athos coasts: "the Desert"

Posted on July 9, 2010 by athosweblog

Keliotes showed us some pictures of a Russian photo-album from 2009. Apparently some Russian pilgrims managed to embark on a small fishing boat, that sailed around “Cape” Athos in order to catch fish. The pictures are relatively rare, because no … Continue reading →

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