#3 976 Greek
Iviron
Mount Athos, Athos Peninsula, Halkidiki
Iviron Monastery was founded in 976 AD by Georgian monks. It is famous for the miraculous icon of Panagia Portaitissa, located in the chapel at the Gate. The monastery has a rich library with Georgian and Greek manuscripts.
Highlights
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Panagia Portaitissa icon2
Georgian manuscripts3
Gate Chapel4
Ancient aqueducts