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Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Αρκαδίας

Old Monastery of the Philosopher

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Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Αρκαδίας

Old Monastery of the Philosopher

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Old Monastery of the Philosopher

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Αρκαδίας, Greece

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1. Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – View of the Lousios Gorge loop from Dimitsana

17.3km

05:55

870m

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2. Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Atsicholos

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02:13

360m

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3. View of the Lousios Gorge – Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge loop from Dimitsana

22.5km

07:12

890m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Amy

October 12, 2023

Nestled near the Lousios River in Greece, these ruins would have looked quite different when the monastery first stood in the 10th century. Founded during the Byzantine era, it served as a spiritual and cultural centre, housing valuable manuscripts and religious relics.

The monastery had a turbulent history and played a vital role in preserving Greek Orthodox traditions and the artistry of the region.

You can visit any time. Although there are well-maintained steps, some of the ruined walls are unstable so take care whilst exploring. Take some water with you as you won't find any refreshments.

Turbo

March 28, 2024

The abandoned monastery was replaced by a “new building” (which is also a few hundred years old) further up in the gorge. It wasn't clear to me whether the ruins could officially be visited. It is signposted, but there is a door at the entrance, which was open

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Marten

November 12, 2019

Beautiful view from here on the monastery, which "sticks" to the rock on the opposite side of the valley

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Old Monastery of the Philosopher

1. Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – View of the Lousios Gorge loop from Dimitsana

2. Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Atsicholos

3. View of the Lousios Gorge – Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge loop from Dimitsana

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