Monastery of the Shepherds, Eastern Orthodox monastery in Beit Sahour, Palestine.
The Greek Orthodox monastery contains a subterranean church with an eastern-facing altar, multiple icons, and a small apse within its stone structure.
Saint Helena established the monastery in 325 AD by converting a natural cave into a church, which became a foundation for subsequent construction phases.
Three shepherds who received the divine announcement of Christ's birth are traditionally believed to rest in burial sites within the cave church.
The monastery maintains regular visiting hours from 8:00 to 11:30 in the morning and 2:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon.
Ancient olive trees at the site mark the location where King David composed several of his biblical psalms according to local traditions.
GPS coordinates: 31.70147,35.22675
Latest update: March 26, 2025 16:56
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