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Saint Catherines Monastery, Sinai, Egypt, wood engraving, published in 1855
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Saint Catherines Monastery, Sinai, Egypt, wood engraving, published in 1855
Saint Catherines Monastery. The today Greek Orthodox monastery in Sinai in Egypt was founded in 548 - 565 and is the oldest still inhabited monastery of Christianity. Wood engraving, published in 1855
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78279 Desert Egypt Egyptian Culture Ethnocultural History Greek Orthodox Image Date Manuscript Middle East Monastery Mt Sinai Romanticism Scientific And Cultural Organization Sinai Egypt Sinai Peninsula United Nations Educational Weltkulturerbe Wood Engraving Catherine Palace Image Created 19th Century Katharina Saint Catherine St Catherine Of Alexandria
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This wood engraving, published in 1855, transports us to the majestic Saint Catherine's Monastery in Sinai, Egypt. Standing proudly against the backdrop of the Sinai Peninsula's mountain range, this Greek Orthodox monastery holds a rich history that dates back to its founding years between 548 and 565 AD. The image showcases the exquisite architecture of Saint Catherine's Monastery, a testament to both Egyptian culture and Christianity. Its intricate design is beautifully captured through the artistry of woodcut and etching techniques employed during the Romanticism era. As we gaze at this historical masterpiece, we are reminded of its significance as not only one of Christianity's oldest inhabited monasteries but also as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization recognizes it for its ethnocultural history and preservation efforts. The print allows us to immerse ourselves in St. Catherine's Monastery’s serene surroundings—a desert oasis amidst vast stretches of wilderness known as "Wüste". It beckons travelers from around the world with promises of spiritual enlightenment and an exploration into ancient manuscripts housed within these hallowed walls. Let this illustration be a window into another time—an invitation to discover St. Catherine’s Monastery through its architectural splendor, religious devotion, and profound connection to both Middle Eastern history and Christian faith.
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