Monastery of Helandariou

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Monastery of Helandariou

The Monastery of Helandriou is located in the northern part of Mount Athos. It is like a fortress far away from the sea, surrounded by tall trees. Initially, in 1198, the emperor Alexios III, offered it to a Serbian governor called Stephanos Nemania and his son, Ratsko, who proved to be powerful men carrying out important responsibilities with great success. Between the monastery and the “arsanas” (harbour) there is a high, impressive, isolated tower. The monastery is dedicated to the day of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary and celebrates on November 21 / December 4.

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