A monastery is the building or complex of buildings comprising the domestic quarters and workplace(s) of monastics, whether monks or nuns, and whether living in communities or alone (hermits). The monastery generally includes a place reserved for prayer which may be a chapel, church or temple, and may also serve as an oratory.

Monastery of Rossanou

The Rossanou, Greece

Monastery of Rossanou

Monasteries in Australia and Oceania

American Monasteries

Monasteries in Africa

St. Sabas Feast


Saint Catherine’s Monastery



Sumela, A Wonder Carved In Stone


Taktsang Dzong, Bhutan

Taktsang Dzong

Taktsang Dzong, Bhutan

Taktsang Dzong