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Agia Moni Monastery

Posted by admin On September - 27 - 2008

Agia Moni Monastery, Panagia - dating originally from the 6th century.

The Monastery of the Priests – Agia Moni – is located in Paphos Region between the village of Statos and the Monastery of Chrysorrogiatissa. It is built in a beautiful situation, far from the bustle of everyday life.

Agia Moni is considered as one of the most ancient monasteries of Cyprus. It has been rebuilt recently and belongs to the Holy Monastery of Kykkos. It is thought the name – Monastery of the Priests – derives from the fact that many priests lived there in the past.

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Agios Neofytos Monastery, Tala

Posted by admin On September - 13 - 2008

Saint Neophytos monastery is situated in what used to be a secluded location at the head of a picturesque valley.

Saint Neophytos monastery is situated about 10 km north of Paphos near Tala village.

The monastery is built in what used to be a secluded location at the head of a picturesque valley.

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Visiting Cyprus Monasteries

Posted by admin On September - 11 - 2008

Take note! Monasteries are very important to the monks - please respect their wishes. Agios Neophytos, Tala, Paphos District, Cyprus

If you want to visit the monasteries in Cyprus, bear in mind that the Greek Orthodox Religion is very proper. What does that mean for visitors?
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Panayia Tou Sindi Monastery

Posted by admin On August - 25 - 2008

Panayia tou Sindi Monastery - a delight for photographers

Completely off the beaten track is the fascinating and deserted Panayia tou Sindi orthodox monastery.

Situated in the valley of the River Potamos, it can only be reached along unmade tracks. A challenge to find, but well worth the effort. Probably best approached from the village of Pentalia on the E606 road from Acheleia to Pano Panagia.

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