Here stands a monastery perched on the slopes of Mount Penteli. At an altitude of 870 meters lies the Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos. This Byzantine monastery offers magical views of the Attica basin.
The Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos is connected to the historical Petraki Monastery. It is situated on the northern slopes of Penteli near Davelis Cave. People say that when the weather is clear the building shines like one single white color point.
The monastery is a dependency of the historical Monastery of Petraki. It is located on the north side of the cave of Davelis. The Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos creates a truly unique chromatic palette on the landscape.
This monastery was established around the 11th century. However the monastery in its current form was established in 1765. Then in 1812 to 1821 the church was rebuilt. In 1892 the trapezoid was built. It is said that in 2020 the monastery has 104 monks. 26 of these monks live outside the monastery. The monastery supports about 130 people overall.
According to reports, the monastery was used to hide locals and guerillas. This took place during the occupation. The Holy Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos was known as a refuge. The surrounding area was used to hide from the occupying forces.
Now the Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos stands as a place of worship. It is a place of reflection for those who seek tranquility. It stands as a testament to Athens’ enduring faith and history. The icons within whisper tales of devotion. The stones echo with centuries of prayers.
The monastery is dedicated to Saint Panteleimon. He was a Christian saint of healing. His legacy continues to inspire those who visit this holy site. As you stand here let the serenity of the mountain embrace you. Reflect on the stories etched into the stones of this sacred place. The Monastery of Agiou Panteleimonos welcomes you to discover its history.