Trooditissa Monastery, Orthodox monastery in Troodos Mountains, Cyprus

Trooditissa Monastery is an Orthodox monastery in the Troodos Mountains at approximately 1,370 meters on the southern slopes near the village of Platres. The complex includes churches, residential buildings, and production facilities where monks still make olive oil and wine using traditional methods.

According to tradition, two hermits living near the site were shown by the Virgin Mary where to build the monastery, considered founded in 1250. Turkish raids burned it in 1585, after which it stood deserted for a long period before reviving by the early 18th century. The present buildings date from 1842, while English sources give a foundation of 990 and a current church of 1731.

The monastery shapes the spiritual experience of visitors through daily prayers and ceremonies conducted according to Orthodox tradition. Many couples visit seeking blessings for family matters.

Visitors must cover their shoulders and knees when entering the monastery grounds and religious buildings. The site sits in a mountainous region with cooler weather, so layered clothing is practical for changing conditions.

Besides the icon, the monastery keeps a belt decorated with gold and silver, given in gratitude by a woman who prayed for a child. Local belief holds that it helps childless women conceive a son. About ten monks live here today.