What began in the 11th century as a quiet place for prayer and reflection for Orthodox monks has evolved into one of Greece’s hidden gems. Meteora, Greece is a spiritual oasis that draws in thousands of visitors each year to its “stone forests” and monasteries perched high on the steep sandstone rocks. The word Meteora (Μετέωρα) literally translates into “suspended in the air.”
If you ever choose to travel to Meteora you will likely end up staying in Kalambaka (also written Kalabaka and Kalampaka), Meteora’s main town and home to 12,000 residents. The town is located at the foot of an extraordinary rock landscape, which provides a dramatic backdrop to daily life here. Strolling the cobblestone streets of the Kalambaka Old Town is a great way to take in the charming storefronts and churches dating back to the Byzantine Period.
Traditional items to buy include hand painted religious icons, embroidered fabrics, and leather sandals. Another great way to soak in the local culture is to visit the Natural History Museum of Meteora and Mushroom Museum.
A sunset tour is the perfect way to spend your afternoon and get the best sunset photos during your trip to Meteora. Seeing the landscape turn a fiery orange will give you an idea why the monks chose Meteora as the ultimate place for serenity and reflection.
A five-minute drive from Kalambaka will take you the village of Diava. Here, the Loudas family has been producing wines since 2006. This family winery is known for its Roditis, Sauvignon Blanc, Xinomavro, Syrah and Merlot varieties. The Loudas Winehouse is a great place to sample some of Thessaly’s best-selling wines.
The Great Meteoran Monastery, or the Monastery of the Transfiguration of Christ, is the highest, biggest and oldest monastery in Meteora, which is why if you choose to only visit one, this should be it. The Great Meteoran Monastery was founded in 1340 by Saint Athanasios the Meteorite, a monk from Mount Athos. Legend has it that he was carried up the rock by an eagle and built a small church dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Throughout the years several other buildings were added including the Katholikon, which can still be seen today. This is the monastery’s central church dedicated to the Transfiguration of Christ.
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