1748 – the cave of St. Cosmas Athos

Only the last part of monopati remains, before the climb to the cave startsThe iron railing makes the climb a bit easier and more saveLooking up: the cave lies hidden between the rocksThe hut of St. Cosmas: peeking behind a door.The other side of this room: a cupboard with two nichesA burning flame lights the icons in the cupboardIn the niche: coins and handwritten notes for the Saint The caveThe view towards SografouTime to sit down and contemplate, enjoying the panoramaAnd after that: the descent on the steep steps The sign showing the monopati to Sografou: left from the cross the old monopati is stil in situ.On the road to Sografou: signs leading st Cosmas cave

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