Meteora is not mentioned in classical Greek myths, nor in Ancient Greek literature. The first people who were documented to inhabit Meteora after the Neolithic Era were an ascetic group …

Metéora, group of monasteries on the summits of vertical rock formations in Thessaly (Modern Greek: Thessalía), Greece. The monasteries are located just north of the small town of …

Jun 23, 2023 · Follow these Meteora travel tips to make sure you don’t miss a thing. To fully appreciate why Meteora is so special, you need a little context on what it is and how it came to …

Meteora is a collection of monasteries in the centre of mainland Greece. In a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, monks settled on these “heavenly columns” from the 11th …

May 29, 2025 · Read on for my guide to visiting Meteora, including when is the best time to visit, which monasteries are worth seeing, where to stay, places to eat, and many more tips to make …

Jul 24, 2025 · The first monks arrived in Meteora at the beginning of the 14th century from Mount Athos, the oldest, largest and most important monastic community in Greece. But unlike the …

Discover the highlights of Meteora to experience during your holiday! From sightseeing to activities and from tours to restaurants, here are the best suggestions for the ultimate experience!

One of the greatest monuments of the world, protected by UNESCO and characterized by it as “A Preserved and Protected Monument of Humanity”, Meteora is the most important (after Aghios …

Nov 26, 2025 · Meteora is located in central Greece, in the Thessaly region, near the town of Kalambaka. It is famous for its towering rock formations and monasteries built atop cliffs, …