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A Journey to Mount Athos: The Timeless Monastic Life
Mount Athos, a remote peninsula in northern Greece, stands as a beacon of spirituality and ancient traditions, attracting those who seek solitude and a deeper connection to God. This sacred place, considered by many to be the holiest site in Orthodox Christianity, has remained largely unchanged for over a thousand years. In the pursuit of capturing the essence of Mount Athos, Bob Simon of CBS's "60 Minutes" ventures into a world steeped in monastic life, surrounded by twenty monasteries and approximately 2,000 monks dedicated to their faith.