Omblou monastery, Orthodox monastery in Patras, Greece
The Omblou monastery stands on Mount Oblos with an area of 1800 square meters and includes an internal chapel dedicated to Agios Charalambos.
Established in 1189, the monastery participated in liberation struggles during the Turkish occupation and experienced multiple destructions by Venetians, Turks, and Germans.
The monastery celebrates its primary feast day on November 21, marking the Presentation of Theotokos within the traditions of Greek Orthodox practices.
The monastery maintains its religious functions under the Diocese of the Metropolis of Patras with six monks currently residing within its walls.
In 1581, Omblou received status as a Stavropigiac Monastery and later incorporated the Monastery of Agios Konstantinos in 1896.
Location: Municipality of Patras
Inception: 1189
GPS coordinates: 38.17278,21.77389
Latest update: April 21, 2025 05:14
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