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Review:
Dating back to the early 4th century, the Stavrovouni Monastery sits 750 meters above sea level on top of the hill of Stavrovouni. The monastery was founded by St. Helena, the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who left a piece of the Holy Cross in the monastery. Today, this is one of the only places in the world where such a relic can be seen. Due to the strict rules of the monks who inhabit the monastery, women are not permitted to enter and men must be appropriately dressed. Photos and videos are prohibited, and there is no entrance fee.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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