Monastery of St. Anthony (Meteora) explained

Monastery of St. Anthony
Location: Greece
Geo:39.7122°N 21.6216°W
Religious Affiliation:Eastern Orthodox

The Monastery of St. Anthony (Greek, Modern (1453-);: Μονή Αγίου Αντωνίου|translit=Moni Agiou Antoniou) is a former Eastern Orthodox monastery that is part of the Meteora monastery complex in Thessaly, central Greece.[1] [2] It is the main monastery on Pyxari Rock.

Overview

The monastery was built around the 14th century.[2] The main entrance of the monastery can be accessed via a paved road.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Vlioras. Spyridon. 2017. Μετεωρικές μονές: Συμβολή στον απαιτούμενο και ευκταίο διάλογο. Σπυρίδων Βλιώρας (Προσωπική ιστοσελίδα). el. 2022-06-02.
  2. Book: Provatakis, Theocharis M.. 2006. Meteora: History of monasteries and monasticism. Athens. Michalis Toubis Publications S.A.. 960-540-095-2.