Monastery of Saint Augustine and Seraphim of Sarof, Orthodox monastery in Dorida Municipality, Greece.
Description
The Monastery of Saint Augustine and Seraphim of Sarof is an Orthodox complex located in Dorida Municipality at an elevation of about 600 meters. The central church features a prominent bell tower that dominates the landscape northeast of Nafpaktos.
History
The monastery was established in 1991 by Archimandrite Nektarios Moulatsiotis, marking the start of a new religious community in the Phocis region. This founding reflected a broader movement of monastic renewal in Greece during that period.
Culture
The community here honors both Western and Eastern Christian traditions through its devotion to Augustine and Seraphim of Sarov. This dual spiritual focus shapes how the monks live and work together each day.
Practical
The location sits in hilly terrain and is best reached by personal vehicle, as the roads from Nafpaktos climb steeply. The community welcomes visitors interested in spiritual stays and should be contacted ahead of time.
Did you know?
The bell tower was designed after the historic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul and houses a total of 62 bells. This unusual collection makes the tower a rare architectural feature among Orthodox monasteries.
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