EXPLORE THE STORIES

Through the short narratives, explore the history of the Monastery, its relics, heritage and tradition.

SILENT HISTORY

More than a thousand years of prayer and spiritual struggle, actions, fermentation and adventures – many of which were not recorded – have left behind a remarkable history, even though there are long periods of silence.


THE STORY OF A MANUSCRIPT

A luxurious gospel, produced in the 13th century in the Monastery's workshop, also had an unexpected adventure.


BETWEEN THE SAINTS

Two monks of the Karakallos Monastery are venerated as saints: The neo-martyr Gedeon and St Gervasios, who is called The Fool for Christ. How did they live?