Karoulia

Karoulia (Greek: Καρούλια, lit.'pulley') is an Eastern Orthodox skete of the community of Mount Athos that is subordinate to the Great Lavra. It is located on the southernmost shore of Mount Athos.

Karoulia
Σκήτη Καρούλια
Cliff dwellings of Karoulia
Location within Mount Athos
Site
LocationMount Athos
Greece
Coordinates40°7′21.45″N 24°17′44.46″E
Public accessMen only

Karoulia has 12 huts built in the 17th century. About 10 monks live in Karoulia.

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