Katounakia
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Katounakia (Greek: Σκήτη Κατουνάκια) is an Eastern Orthodox skete of the community of Mount Athos that is subordinate to the Great Lavra. The skete is located between Little Saint Anne's Skete and Karoulia.[1] The skete consists of 22 cells in which about 35 monks live. The cell of Danieleon, which employs some of the best icon painters at Mount Athos, is located in the skete.[2][3]
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Σκήτη Κατουνάκια | |
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Location | Mount Athos Greece |
Coordinates | 40°7′22″N 24°17′48″E |
Public access | Men only |
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