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The Patriarchal and Stavropegial Monastery of Saint Olav the King and Prophet Elijah the Tishbite is a canonical Orthodox Convent of the Patriarchate of Georgia. It was founded upon request of the Valldal Municipality.
The Monastery follows the Eastern Orthodox tradition of Monasticism in its daily program, with common prayers, meals, and work. Daily Services include Matins and Divine Liturgy in the morning and Vespers and Compline in the evening. The Monastery welcomes Pilgrims as well as seekers. The Monastery is home to all Orthodox Christians.
Sunday of Orthodoxy 2017
Spring 2015
Photo by Svein Brimi
Photo by Svein Brimi
Abbess Thavoria working in the garden. Summer 2015
Photo by Svein Brimi
Photo by Svein Brimi
Before each Service, the Talanton is struck to notify everyone on the grounds of the Monastery how much time remains before the Service will begin.
Photo by Svein Brimi
Photo by Svein Brimi
A display of the Monastery's products. Summer 2015
Photo by Svein Brimi
Photo by Svein Brimi
Photo by Svein Brimi
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