I gave 3 stars because the physical condition of the monastery is in a pretty deplorable state. I have seen many monasteries and temples in Russia and there is something to compare it with. And it surprises me. Why is that? Such a place, so many parishioners, so many tourists. Well, of course, I recommend it to visit. Such holy places are always inspiring and inspiring. Renovation work is underway on the territory. And I hope that the New Athos Monastery will flourish soon!!!
New Athos personally conquered me with its tranquility and serenity! We were here in the evening, and still there was a dense heat, no breeze. While we climbed up the hill to the Cathedral, we were terribly tired, we wanted to go not so high. And here is such a view of the mountains and the sea, everything is in a sultry haze and so calm. My husband and I sat on a bench in the park, and it seemed that we would spend the night here. I didn't want to leave. A wonderful place!!!
This is a unique place, full of wonderful energy, salted! The monastery is red. I really enjoyed being there, as I was vacationing in new Athos at the Sky Terra Hotel, and this is right behind the monastery wall. You wake up in the morning, and you can see its domes through the window and hear the bells ringing!
It's a very beautiful place. It's not the first time I've been here myself. Everyone who visits Abkhazia definitely needs to visit this place. Unforgettable impressions will remain for a very long time.
A very beautiful place, a must-visit if you come to Abkhazia. Nearby there is a small market with wine, tangerines, tea, cheeses. The price is slightly above average.
I give 5 stars only because of the nature and beauty that once was. Unfortunately, the monastery is not well maintained, there has been no restoration inside the cathedral since the war
Another controversial sight from Abkhazia! On the one hand, the beauty of nature and the beautiful ensemble of the monastery against their background; the magnificent interior decoration, breathing the antiquity of frescoes in the semi-darkness of alcoves overshadowed by candle flames! On the other hand, there are no excursions, a half-closed temple complex, a bunch of souvenir shops on the outskirts of the church. But there is a free public toilet))
Believe it or not, you have to visit monasteries. It's part of our history. The monastery is beautiful from the outside. The view of the sea from the observation deck is magnificent. Inside, the monastery evokes a feeling that cannot be expressed in words. It is necessary to visit and feel for yourself. Recommended
We have visited it many times. Beautiful views open, free entrance, handkerchiefs and skirts are given out. Active, candles can be put up, icons, literature and so on can be bought.
It is sad that now the monastery is not under the jurisdiction of the MPC, they have gone into schism, they cannot take communion, submit a note. And so it is a very beautiful place and the monastery itself.
A very beautiful place, atmospheric, both in terms of nature, opening views, and in terms of energy. A special atmosphere in the temple, I didn't want to leave, to goosebumps!
The place of power of New Athos and the business card of Abkhazia! I definitely recommend you to visit! Beauty and majesty! Well done for preserving this architectural monument!
It is a beautiful, beautiful place, but it is being turned into a purely tourist destination due to the large number of people (and not always sober, unfortunately) who came just to see it, its spirituality is lost. And so the place is strong, there is a light energy that you want to eat, but because of the above, it does not always work out.
A very beautiful view opens from the monastery, a view of the sea, the city,beautiful trees and flowers around, but a very bad road, in order to climb by car, you need to try not to leave the car right there in the ravine, poor people who try to climb there every day
A gorgeous monastery, a beautiful but dilapidated painting. Stalin's cottage is 100m away. I recommend everyone to visit a very beautiful and strong place!
Absolutely everything looks historically impressive. Inside, everything is exactly like in historical films. It's definitely worth a look. Very steep and narrow ascent/ descent (it's creepy by car). There is a place to leave the car, there are no difficulties with this. In general, I recommend visiting 👌🏼
An amazing place, an extraordinary nature, a wonderful view, a lot of people who will always help in choosing a trail, as well as in choosing souvenirs.
A holy, holy place
But it is very sad to see how monks live with such tourist traffic
At least the windows were changed, the wooden frames were all cracked
A nice, warm place. Candles and church supplies are not sold on the territory of the temple itself. Personally, it seems to me that this is the main indicator of a real temple. The most beautiful views. A lot of the territory is fenced. You can write a lot about a place, but it's better to visit and leave your personal impression about the place. It is individual.
It's much more beautiful from the outside. We came closer to the state of three. But it's very beautiful inside, in general, if you don't go up there, you won't lose anything.
Baptism is not. Candles are sold by a candle shop. The city has a lot. The temple is not being restored inside, it is beautifully restored outside. The area near the temple is super. There are a lot of souvenirs near the temple. You can get to the monastery on your own and there are a lot of excursions.
A holy place, a place of power! I've been dreaming of visiting here for a long time. As part of a day trip to Abkhazia, I was lucky enough to get here! The question of whether the monastery and frescoes will be restored must be preserved for posterity.
It is impossible to convey the atmosphere of this place, very large-scale, beautiful. The place is saturated with some kind of tranquility, peace. I highly recommend visiting this place. Taking into account that there is something to see and where to go in New Athos))
They are, of course, schismatics and heretics. The temple is impressive from the inside. The frescoes are good. Dark, sooty, old. It takes a long time to walk and look at it. There is almost no territory. To climb the hill on foot. The ascent is gentle , but it's better when it's not hot. It is better to go down to the left, right to the waterfall. It's not a very good path, but you get to another object, no less interesting.
The New Athos Monastery in Abkhazia is a blessed and spiritual place!
It's so peaceful when you're here!
And the nature and landscapes are just incredible!
The decoration and paintings of the main temple of the monastery in honor of the healer Panteleimon with 5 chapels will remain in my heart for a long time!
And also inside the Panteleimon temple and on the territory of the monastery - you can safely take pictures.
But of course, the most important thing is to pray for your family and friends!
My wife and I were here on July 9, 2022.
A gorgeous ancient cathedral. Beautiful views. Convenient to arrive, large Parking. The problem is that, as in every hole, parking is paid. But it is better to pay 200rubles and understand that the car will be safe.
We were on an excursion, a very beautiful view opens from the monastery to the sea, the fountain, although not functioning, climbed the mountain on foot, physical activity is significant for office staff. It is possible to take a bus from the monastery for 100 rubles.
The excellent location of the temple (the view is gorgeous on the sea), inside it is even more beautiful, you can write notes about health and repose, buy icons, candles and go to the temple (shawls and skirts are given at the entrance). The road to the temple, if you can kill yourself on foot, it's also hard to climb by car.
The famous monastery, built before the revolution, was consecrated and opened. It was closed around 1924 under Soviet rule. It has now been handed over to the church. Recovery is going on, but slowly. It's a very beautiful place. A beautiful temple, in the morning the bells ring throughout the neighborhood. Stalin's dacha is nearby, it is also abandoned.
Although the monastery was founded in 1875, it already looks like a relic. It is beautiful, but because of the not very large infusion of funds, it is a little dilapidated, but the feeling of spiritual purity is felt much stronger than in the same Moscow.
a good monastery, interesting icons and paintings, you can sit on a bench and talk to God, I definitely recommend visiting, New Athos conquered me, very beautiful nature!!