There’s A Monastery Hidden In Texas And You’ll Want To Visit
Whether or not you’re religious, something about walking into a house of worship can only be described as healing. Holy Archangels Greek Orthodox Monastery in Kendalia is one such place, and it’s begging to be visited.
Spanning a whopping 140 acres, Holy Archangels commands the ground it stands on. Though appearing much older, the property was built just 23 years ago.
Believers and skeptics alike feel an undeniable sense of peace upon entering the monastery. Quiet and stillness permeate the atmosphere, creating perfect conditions to lay all your troubles down in.
Everywhere you look, intricate artwork can be found. Paintings and sculptures handcrafted by the most talented artists around are guaranteed to leave all who see them awestruck.
There's a cemetery out back where visitors can pay their respects to monks and pilgrims who have passed away. A solemn tranquility hangs heavily over the graves, encouraging deep introspection and reverence.
A winery is also located on the grounds. Only the finest Napa Valley grapes are used in production. and you can purchase three different award-winning vintage bottles.
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
