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Saint Barnabas Monastery
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[15min Drive] The son of a Jewish family born in Salamis, St. Barnabas, after studying in Jerusalem, returned to Cyprus and in 45 to spread Christianity, St. He started working with Paul. Because of these activities, he was killed by his citizens and his body was hidden in a swamp to be thrown into the sea. The disciples of Barnabas followed the events, and his body was buried in an underground cave in the west of Salamis, and they put a copy of the gospel made by St.Mathews on his chest. Since the location of the body is unknown, it was kept secret for many years. Later, this place was converted into a monastery. The monastery was completed in 477. The monastery consists of a church, a courtyard, and rooms on three sides of the courtyard where priests once lived. st. Barnabas church has a rich collection of icons, mostly from the 18th century. 15 minutes drive from the villa There is a cafe around Entry is free
[15min Drive] The son of a Jewish family born in Salamis, St. Barnabas, after studying in Jerusalem, returned to Cyprus and in 45 to spread Christianity, St. He started working with Paul. Because of these activities, he was killed by his citizens and his body was hidden in a swamp to be thrown into…
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