Holy Monastery of Saint Stephen

About

The fifth monastery visited, described as the least favorite due to crowds, as it's accessible by a simple bridge. Closed on Mondays.

Why go

• One of the most impressive places in europe
• How was this built up here?

Must try

• Beautiful byzantine frescoes from the 1500s
• Manuscripts and figurines
• Church decorated with frescoes
• Refectory with icons
• Library with ancient manuscripts

Pro tips

• Access via bridge, no hike
• Entry fee is €5
• Summer hours: 9am-1:30pm / 3:30pm-5:30pm
• Dress code: covered shoulders and knees
• Women: skirts below knee, men: long pants

Good to know

• Closed on mondays
• Total chaos, packed with tours
• Least enjoyable experience

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (4856 reviews)

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