Sumela Monastery
Sümela Manastırı
monastery in
Trabzon
#1 in Trabzon
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#28 in Turkey
Sumela Monastery, located in Trabzon, Turkey, is a historic and cultural landmark nestled in the rugged cliffs of the Pontic Mountains. Founded in AD 386 during the reign of the Roman Emperor Theodosius I, the monastery is renowned for its stunning frescoes and its dramatic setting, perched high above the Altındere Valley. Over centuries, it has served as a significant spiritual center for the Orthodox Christian community. The monastery complex includes a main church, chapels, kitchens, student rooms, a guesthouse, a library, and a sacred spring revered by the local people.
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