Monasteries in Meteores, Greece

Meteores is the most spectacular place to visit in Greece. I have visited this place only for one day but it is unforgettable experience. Trip from Athens to this place lasts around four hours but it is worth to go there from every corner in the world.

Originally the area of Meteora was inhabitted by Monks who lived in caves from around 11th century. However in the course of time they started to built monsteries by bringing materials and people from down the hills by baskets. Until the beginning 20th century it was the only way to go to the monasteries. Since that times some paths and roads were created which enabled easy access for all travellers. Nobody has to be put in danger by travelling in the basket andmore J However if somebody is interested in previos ways of transportation there are still some baskets to see.

The monasteries fo Meteora represents an unforgettable architectural achievement. The six Greek monasteries (Holy Trinity , Varlaam Monastery, Monaster of Agios Nikolaos Anapafsas, Roussanou Monaster, Megalo Meteoris, Agios Stefanos) are built on the rocks on the edge of the Pindus Mountains in Northern Greece. Most of them were founded in 15th or 16th century. The most known of the Monasteries is Megalo Meteoris which is situated on the biggest rock. This monastery is the richest one and contains very beautiful paintings. It also has a museum collection. Meteores are very frequently visited by tourists and pilgrims and are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Nowadays there are 6 monasteries that are open for visits and entrance to every one costs two EUR. There as special ruleas about clothes inside of the monsateries. Women have to wear skirts which are available for visitors at every entrance. I have visited these amazing Meteores in October and I was suprised by the fog wich welcomed us the top. Fortunatelly fog did not prevent from admiring great views and visiting these pearls of architecture.

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