An Orthodox spiritual centre since 1054, Mount Athos has
enjoyed an autonomous statute since Byzantine times. The 'Holy Mountain', which
is forbidden to women and children, is also a recognized artistic site. The
layout of the monasteries (about 20 of which are presently inhabited by some
1,400 monks) had an influence as far afield as Russia, and its school of
painting influenced the history of Orthodox art.
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