On making the ascent by the ancient Steps of Repentance, pilgrims pass the Chapel of the Oikonomissa, and then climb to the first of two arches.
The arch is visible high above.
A view from the landing below the arch.
On the left, a faint inscription shows a hand with an extended index finger pointing to the Greek word OPOY, ‘of the mountain’, surmounted by a cross. A diagram below directs the pilgrim to pass through the arch and bear left.
Father Justin,
I am thankful to you for all these lovely photographs!
Next time I am going to climb..