Incense from Vatopedi Monastery in Mount Athos, we carry 5 fragrances in 3 sizes Each box is sealed with plastic wrap to ensure incense is fresh from Monastery Grade-A quality frankincense 2-3cm pieces from Boswellia trees imported from Western Africa Creates less smoke and more high-quality odor, lasts twice as long as other incenses For best results use our most popular and widely used charcoal, Malevitis from Athens The incense produced in Vatopedi Monastery is of extraordinary quality, without impurities and with aromas that last the duration of burning. Mount Athos Incense is made from combining three natural materials: Frankincense, Magnesium and Aroma. Frankincense is the base ingredient of incense. Incense has always been an important element in formal worship. The Fathers of the Monastery produce this incense with personal attention, blessings and with a sense of responsibility as this incense will be used exclusively for the worship of God.