Greek monks were trying to build monasteries in places that were hidden or difficult to access in order to protect them from ...

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At the Monastery Trail, a sprawling property filled ... and visitors of all ages can appreciate the choose-your-own adventure of small scrambles and slopes in the back trails.

Sisters from a convent outside Waco have repeatedly visited the prisoners—and even made them affiliates of their order. The ...

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The well-preserved mummy, located in a small monastery, offers a unique cultural experience and attracts visitors from across the globe. 6. Chicham Bridge: As the highest bridge in Asia ...

Diane Kendal and Guido Palau have been the architects of Khaite beauty for the past few seasons. “Great designers always have a vision for the woman they are designing for, and that includes the ...

The mosaic contains clusters of small stones. Emil Aladjem / Israel Antiquities Authority The monastery’s mosaic floor contains clusters of very small, delicately placed stones, Lifshitz tells H ...

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