Monastery of Great Lavra

The Monastery of Great Lavra, founded in 963 AD on Mount Athos in Greece, is a historic Eastern Orthodox monastery and a spiritual center. It was established by Saint Athanasios the Athonite and is notable as the oldest and most prominent monastery on Mount Athos, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The monastery functions as a religious community housing monks who engage in prayer, study, and preservation of religious manuscripts. Its impressive architecture, libraries, and art reflect centuries of religious and cultural history, making it a significant symbol of Orthodox monastic life and heritage.