Ostrog-Orthodox Monastery
Near Nikšić, Montenegro
Ostrog Monastery near Nikšić, Montenegro, is a remarkable Serbian Orthodox monastery built into a nearly vertical cliff face of Mount Ostroška Greda in the 17th century by Saint Basil of Ostrog.
It consists of two main parts: the Upper Monastery, carved directly into the rock and housing the relics of Saint Basil, and the Lower Monastery, which includes churches, pilgrim accommodations, and support buildings. The Upper Monastery features cave churches dedicated to the Presentation of the Mother of God and the Holy Cross, with beautiful frescoes and intricate iconography.
The monastery is a major pilgrimage site known for its miraculous reputation, attracting visitors from different faiths seeking spiritual solace and healing. Its unique architecture blending with natural rock formations, along with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, makes Ostrog an extraordinary landmark of faith, culture, and history in Montenegro.
Location
M2FJ+W64, Dabovići, Montenegro
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