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09 07 2009

METEORA, Greece: Byzantine Monasteries and Rock Climbing

Posted by: kirsty_wilson in Europe, tags: , , ,

Where is Meteora?

Meteora

Meteora

Meteora can be found in northern Greece near the towns of Kalampaka and Kastraki. The area is renowned for its sandstone, rock pinnicles and sitting high upon them, a total of 6 active Byzantine monasteries. Meteora means ‘hovering in the air’. It is believed that more than 20 monasteries were originally built and used from the 10th-17th centuries but most have slipped into disrepair by erosion. Some exceptional early Christian art can also be viewed. For this, Meteora gained UNESCO inscription during 1988.

Meteora is also a very well known destination for rock climbing and abseiling. There are almost 700 different routes that ascend the pinnicles and a variety of grades. The best time to visit Meteora are spring and autumn. The summer can be very hot and the winter can even bring snow to the area.

Map

TravelTipsPlus Google Map of Meteora

One Great Reason to Visit Meteora

One great reason to visit Meteora is to view the spectacular sight of the Byzantine monasteries perched high upon the rocky outcrops.

Meteora

For More Information

  • Wikipedia
  • Meteora – Sacred Site

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    8 Responses to “METEORA, Greece: Byzantine Monasteries and Rock Climbing”
    1. Sam Mutimer says: July 9th, 2009 at 8:57 am

      What an outstanding post!!!! I have actually been to Meteora way back in 1996! That and Zakinthos were the real jems for me! Stunning, friendly people and always heaps to go and see and do!
      Travellers, these are two hot spots you must drop by and see!People who haven’t graced these phenominal places yet need to-you’re missing out! i would recommend using Kirstys blog to guide you through your trip and if you have any q’s, i’m guessing she will be more than happy to help. I know i will be draining her brain when we go to Bali next May! 😉 (blog post please)

      Rippa post Kirtsy and a power blog! This gets my heart rated raised over 100bmp and you know how much I fizz by that!
      High fives
      Sam Mutimer – aka- Sam2.0!

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    6. Tigerpounce says: July 15th, 2009 at 10:15 am

      Hi Kirsty,

      I’ve never heard of Meteora, but after reading your description Kirsty, I’ve added to my ‘To Go’ list.
      The Youtube images were a great idea to inlcude on the posting too – Yannis Larios’ photography is so evocative and inviting.

      Thanks Tigerpounce

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