Serious Geological Issues at Stavrovouni Monastery
October 20, 2026
The Holy Monastery of Stavrovouni is facing serious geological problems due to quarry activities nearby. The monks are concerned about cracks and subsidence observed, especially after heavy rainfall. A recent site visit revealed significant surface fissures and subsidence in the buildings. It has been six years since the initial report on these issues, but the measures taken do not seem to have been effective. The monastery is calling for urgent measures to prevent irreversible damage.