Mar Saba

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Mar Saba is a historic Greek Orthodox monastery located in the Kidron Valley, in the West Bank, east of Bethlehem in the State of Palestine. Founded in the 5th century by Saint Sabas, the monastery is one of the oldest continuously inhabited monasteries in the world. It is renowned for its stunning desert location, ancient architecture, and spiritual significance. The complex includes several chapels, hermit cells, and a library with valuable religious manuscripts. Access to certain parts of the monastery is restricted, particularly to women, who are not permitted inside the main compound but may visit certain designated areas.

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