Saint Macarius Skete
Saint Macarius Skete, Orthodox skete on Solovetsky Island, Russia
Saint Macarius Skete features wooden buildings designed for monastic life, with individual cells arranged around a central chapel on Solovetsky Island.
The skete emerged as part of the Solovetsky Monastery expansion in the 15th century, becoming a center for solitary prayer and spiritual reflection.
Monks at Saint Macarius Skete maintain Russian Orthodox traditions through daily liturgical services, agricultural work, and strict adherence to religious practices.
Visitors reach the skete through guided tours departing from the main Solovetsky Monastery, with access requiring prior arrangements due to its religious nature.
The skete's location on the remote Solovetsky Island combines religious architecture with the natural landscape of the White Sea region.
Location: Solovetsky Island
Part of: Solovetsky Monastery
GPS coordinates: 65.05148,35.66333
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:39
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