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    Alan Uspensky Monastery, Republic of North Ossetia

    This highland Orthodox monastery in Russia is located in North Ossetia, at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea level. The complex includes a courtyard, a dwelling place for the monks, a temple, and two medieval watchtowers that have been converted into bell towers. Today, in addition to their spiritual practices, the monks make delicious cheese.


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