Sumela Monastery Documentary | The Virgin of Montenegro (2011)

The Virgin of Montenegro documentary film was prepared by a few friends in 2011, when they were still students.
In this film, the legend of the construction of the Sumela Monastery, or the Virgin Mary Monastery as it is also known, is portrayed and conveyed.
Here is some important information about Sumela Monastery:
History: Sumela Monastery has a history dating back to the late 4th or early 5th century. The monastery was built during the Byzantine Empire.
Location: The monastery is located at the foot of the mountains as a cave-like structure carved into the surface of the rock. This special location allows the monastery to be surrounded by natural beauty.
Virgin Mary Icon: The most valuable treasure of Sumela Monastery is an icon of the Virgin Mary. This icon is based on the legendary story about the founding of the monastery, and the monastery takes its name from this icon.
Frescoes: There are important frescoes from the Byzantine period inside and outside the monastery. These frescoes depict religious stories and figures.
Visitors: Sumela Monastery is visited by thousands of local and foreign visitors annually. The stairs and paths leading into the monastery offer visitors magnificent views.
Restoration: The monastery has undergone repairs in various periods over time. It was reopened to visitors in 2015 after a long restoration process.
Sumela Monastery is a fascinating place with both its historical and natural beauties. Visitors are fascinated by the monastery's religious significance, historical heritage and impressive views. Visiting this monastery in the mystical atmosphere of the Black Sea offers an unforgettable experience for those who want to discover the cultural and historical riches of Turkey.
Director: Emir İskender | Doğukan Hazar İskenderoğlu
Producer: Adem Koç
Director of Photography: Özkan Altun
Second Director: Eray Temiz
Camera: Özgür Bozgün
Music: Selim Bölükbaşı
Cast: Hüseyin Kör, Esra Akaydın, Muhammet Turan, Murat Çınar, Zeynep İskenderoğlu, Halil Doğan, Ertan İskenderoğlu, Osman Ertuğrul, Eren Kalem, Sertaç Uğurlu, Cevahir Çokbilir, Fatma İskenderoğlu, Esma İskenderoğlu, Kadriye İskenderoğlu
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