Holy Monastery of Ypapanti (Candlemas)

MUNICIPALITY OF PANGAIO

Holy Monastery of Ypapanti (Candlemas)

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The monastery, grand in size, follows the Old Calendar. It was built in 1955, on the ruins of the village of Dranova (old Hortokopi). It celebrates on 2 February.

Its location is one of the most beautiful in Pangaio and the view from the monastery is stunning. Grab the opportunity for a walk in the mountains!

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Address

Hortokopi, 64100 Pangaio

Distance from Kavala: 25 km

Telephone

+30 25920 22475

Opening hours

From morning until sunset.

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