St. George's Monastery

The monastery stands against limestone cliffs in the Judean Desert, with its white walls hanging over the deep canyon of Wadi Qelt.

The monastery began as a simple chapel in 420 CE when several monks sought isolation in caves, later expanding into a major spiritual center.

Greek Orthodox monks maintain traditional religious practices through daily prayers, manuscript preservation, and the cultivation of medicinal herbs in the desert environment.

Visitors can reach the monastery via a pedestrian bridge across Wadi Qelt, with access available from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Monday through Saturday.

The monastery structure incorporates natural caves within its architecture, including the cave where Elijah found refuge during his journey to Sinai.

Location: Jericho Governorate

Inception: 6 century

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-13:00

GPS coordinates: 31.84408,35.41178

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03