Pantokrator Monastery

Pantokrator Monastery

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  • Pantokratoros monastery — ( el. Μονή Παντοκράτορος) is an Eastern Orthodox monastery at the monastic state of Mount Athos in Greece. It stands on the north eastern side of the Athos peninsula, and dedicated to the Transfiguration of Our Lord. The monastery ranks seventh… …   Wikipedia

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  • Zeyrek Mosque — Molla Zeyrek Cami The Mosque viewed from north east. From left to right, one can see the apses of the Church of Christ Pantokrator, the Imperial Chapel and the Church of the Theotokos Eleousa. Basic information Location …   Wikipedia

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