Lesvos Monasteries - The Taxiarchis Monastery in Lesvos, Greece is situated in the charming village of Mandamados. According to local legend, the monastery was brutally attacked by Saracen pirates who massacred all the monks, leaving only one survivor who hid in the church ceiling. As he looked down, he witnessed the form of an archangel hovering over the fallen brothers. Using clay, wax, and the blood of the slain monks, he crafted the now-famous icon of Taxiarchis. Today, the monastery honors the island's patron saint, and a lively festival takes place two weeks after Christ's Resurrection. Join in the celebrations and discover the fascinating history of the Taxiarchis Monastery in Lesvos, Greece.

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