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Sacred Monastery of Agios Gerasimos of Kefalonia
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St.Gerasimos is the patron saint of Kefalonia,so the nunnery of St.Gerasimos is a sacred place for every citizen in Kefalonia.The saint's relics are kept in a glass case which is placed above the saint's tomb.
The people of Cephalonia honor the death of Saint Gerasimos at the monastery on the 16th August and the restitution of his holy relic on October 20th. On those days, a procession of the saint is taking place. The coffin is moved under the shadow of a plane tree, which was planted by Agios Gerasimos himself. The ceremony is followed by a big festival with music, dancing, food and wine. Opening hours: Monday - Sunday, 7am - 13pm and 3pm - 9pm On Sunday's you can visit also during the Orthodox divie Liturgy.
The people of Cephalonia honor the death of Saint Gerasimos at the monastery on the 16th August and the restitution of his holy relic on October 20th. On those days, a procession of the saint is taking place. The coffin is moved under the shadow of a plane tree, which was planted by Agios Gerasimos…
Agios Gerasimos is the patron saint of Kefalonia. The convent is built in a stunning location surrounded by vineyards and is the most sacred place in Kefalonia. His nameday is celebrated on August 16th. Inside the old church, there is the entrance of the saint’s hermitage. It can be accessed through a medium-size hole, but surprisingly enough everyone can pass through it despite their size. It is also worth saying that even though visitors might need to kneel while in the hermitage, allegedly they don’t get dirty from the muddy floor.
Agios Gerasimos is the patron saint of Kefalonia. The convent is built in a stunning location surrounded by vineyards and is the most sacred place in Kefalonia. His nameday is celebrated on August 16th. Inside the old church, there is the entrance of the saint’s hermitage. It can be accessed throug…
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