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2121 – On our way to Lavra

Posted on March 22, 2020 by athosweblog

A large proportion of the old monopati (footpath) and kalderimi (cobbled stone footpath) between Prodromou and Lavra still exists. It is situated a bit more uphill than the road. After the well the path descents to the new, concrete, road … Continue reading →

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2074 – Visiting Profitou Eliou

Posted on September 23, 2019 by athosweblog

We had never visited skiti Profitou Eliou (skete of Prophet Elijah). We did see it several times from a distance. But today the Prophet was waiting for us in the morning clouds. Here we have an overview of the complex … Continue reading →

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1881 – Album du Mont Athos 1913

Posted on January 8, 2017 by athosweblog

A very nice photo album made by hieromonk Stephanou in 1913. A very complete account in photo’s of monasteries and sketes. Stephanou lived in a cell (kellion) in Karyes dedicated to the apostle Thomas:Here are some more photos from this … Continue reading →

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