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The Holy Monastery of Panagia Lykourisis dominates the village of Skoutera, which is about 13 km from the city of Agrinio. The catholic of the monastery is stone-built and consists of a tall stone bell tower that rises next to the main entrance, which is decorated with the icon of the Virgin Mary. It has a spacious courtyard, which consists of numerous trees, a stone fountain and the monks' cells. Every year, on August 31st, the feast day of the Holy Belt of the Virgin Mary, a solemn Divine Liturgy is held in the presence of a large number of believers. This point of interest is Mountainous and Rural. Suitable season to visit: All-year-round. It is accessible through public transport. It has no fee or ticket. facebook.com

Photo source: Personal archive of Mr. Giannakopoulos Ioannis