Agios Georgios Selinari, Orthodox monastery in Selinari Gorge, Greece
The monastery complex extends across two levels, featuring a main chapel of Saint George and additional temples dedicated to Epiphany and Resurrection.
Following its initial construction between 961 and 1204 CE, pirates destroyed the monastery in 1538, leading to its subsequent rebuilding.
Travelers on the road between Heraklion and Agios Nikolaos stop at the monastery to light candles and receive protection for their journey.
The monastery maintains its position as an active religious center, welcoming visitors daily and organizing special celebrations during Easter Monday.
The monastery houses an ancient icon of Saint George marked by three bullet holes, dating from the period of Turkish occupation.
Location: Agios Nikolaos Municipality
Location: Vrahasi
Inception: 1961
GPS coordinates: 35.28486,25.53944
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:05
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