Our Lady of Saidnaya Monastery
Perched high on the slopes of the Anti Lebanon Mountains, Our Lady of Saidnaya Monastery has stood for nearly fifteen ce...
Read More- Travel to the hilltop town of Saidnaya, home to one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the Middle East
- Climb up to the fortified monastery, traditionally believed to have been founded by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century
- Enter the ancient chapel that houses the revered icon of the Virgin Mary, attributed by tradition to St. Luke
- Explore the stone corridors, courtyards, and cells that reflect centuries of monastic life and devotion
- Experience the spiritual atmosphere as pilgrims light candles, pray, and seek blessings from the holy icon
- Enjoy panoramic views over the mountains and valleys surrounding Saidnaya, a landscape deeply tied to Syrian Christian heritage