Mount Athos Charter

The Mount Athos Charter is an official agreement that governs the monastic community of Mount Athos in Greece. It defines the rules, rights, and responsibilities of the monasteries and monks, ensuring the preservation of religious traditions, autonomy, and peaceful coexistence. The charter establishes Mount Athos as an autonomous monastic state under Greek sovereignty, with its own administrative system. It emphasizes religious freedom, cultural heritage, and environmental protection, while regulating access for visitors. Overall, it serves to maintain Mount Athos's spiritual, cultural, and administrative integrity, ensuring its continued role as a center of Eastern Orthodox monasticism.