The monastery of Saint Catherine on mount Sinai is a Greek Orthodox monastery. It is known as the oldest in the world the monastery, which operates to this day. Live in the monastery of Greek monks and novices.

It was founded in 527 year in the place where, as the legend says, the Lord appeared to Moses in the burning Bush the burning Bush. In the 9th century, the relics of St. Catherine, in honour of which was consecrated the monastery. Near the entrance to the monastery in the 19th century the bell tower was built on the money of Russian supporters, nine bells were made by Russian craftsmen. In the annexe to the main Shrine of the monastery is the exhibition, which presents ancient icons and books. These exhibits is only a small part of the treasures that belong to the monastery. Central hall separating the six pillars depicting saints. Marble floor dates back to the 18th century, and gilded iconostasis of the Church - 17th century. The relics of Saint Catherine are on the altar in the tomb, covered with a white blanket.

The most sacred place in the temple is considered to be located behind the chapel altar, at the entrance to her be sure to remove your shoes. With marble columns supported the altar of the chapel, and below are the biblical roots of the legendary Bush - the burning Bush. The Bush is tall pedestal behind the walls of the chapel.

The monastery houses a large library with more than three thousand ancient manuscripts. Monastery garden includes a cemetery, where there are six graves, and the chapel of St. Timothy, in which are the remains of the monks who lived in the monastery for several centuries.

Thousands of tourists from all over the world annually visit the monastery of St. Catherine.