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Monastery of Varlaam
Vallam Monastery is the larger monastery of Meteora. It is located on a cliff at an altitude of 595 meters. It was named after Varlaam, an ascetic who built three churches here in 1350. The current monastery was built by the Apsarades brothers, wealthy children from northwest Greece. The monastery's dining room is now a museum with manuscripts from the 11th-16th centuries and ancient icons. Because of the dangerous terrain, the monastery has preserved the culture and traditions of ancient Greece and smashed the invasion of Islam.Meteora · 2km from downtown
Psaropetra Viewpoint
The Psaropetra Lookout is located in Meteora, Thessaly, Greece, on the mountain road northeast of the Varlaam Monastery. The lookout offers a magnificent panoramic view overlooking the unique sandstone columns and ancient monasteries of Meteora. Standing on the lookout, visitors seem to be in a magnificent painting. When the clouds and mist are shrouded, the monasteries seem to be suspended in the air, like a fairyland. The lookout is famous for its wide views and peaceful environment, making it an ideal place for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers. Whether it is shooting the architectural details of the monastery or capturing the overall scenery of Meteora, you can get a satisfying photo. Whether it is a hiker or a tourist seeking tranquility, Psaropetra Lookout can provide a refreshing experience. It not only shows the wonders of nature, but also makes people feel the profound heritage of history and religion.Meteora · 2.8km from downtown
Holy Monastery of Saint Stephen
Kalambaka · 877m from downtown
The Mill of the Elves
Located in Trikala, Greece, The Mill of the Elves is a magical Christmas-themed park. The park features several interactive areas, such as Santa's workshop, the elves' toy workshop, and the reindeer stable, where visitors can enjoy hands-on Christmas-themed activities like baking cookies and decorating Christmas trees. In addition, the park features an indoor ice rink, adding to the winter fun. As night falls, the park is illuminated with colorful lights, creating a dreamy atmosphere. Regular musical performances and parades attract many visitors. Since it gets crowded on weekends and holidays, we recommend arriving early to make the most of your visit. The Mill of the Elves has become one of the highlights of winter tourism in Greece, adding unique charm to the city of Trikala.Trikala · 21.1km from Meteora
Acropolis of Athens
• Explore one of the world's most important architectural heritage sites • Uncover the history as you walk amongst amazing ruins • See the imposing columns of the Parthenon – the most imitated building in the world △The Acropolis is located southwest of the center of Athens, perched on the top of the Acropolis hill more than 150 meters high. It is a landmark of the city and a symbol of ancient Greece. The Acropolis was built in 580 BC. Acropolis means "high city-state" in Greek. The east, south and north sides of the hill are cliffs, which can be said to be a natural barrier. △[Temple of Erechtheion] Legend has it that it was the place where Athena and Poseidon, the god of the sea, battled wits over being the protector of Athens. This temple is famous for its six caryatids on the south side. △On the top of the Acropolis, there are ruins and cliffs, and you can feel every trace of history.Greece · Athens
Theopetra's Prehistoric Cave
Meteora · 5.4km from downtown
Parthenon
The Parthenon is located on the Acropolis of Athens, Greece, and is an important structure from the ancient Greek period, built in the 5th century BC. It was constructed in honor of Athena, the patron goddess of Athens, showcasing the advanced skills of the ancient Greeks in architecture and art. The temple features the Doric order style and is made of white marble, surrounded by a series of columns that create a solemn appearance. The Parthenon was not only a center for religious activities but also a significant site for the political and cultural life of Athens. Despite the changes and damages over history, this building remains a symbol of ancient Greek civilization, attracting visitors and scholars from around the world to explore and study.Greece · Athens
Agios Stefanos
Kalambaka · 879m from downtown
Byzantine Castle of Trikala
Trikala · 20.1km from Meteora
Delphi Archaeological Site
The ruins of Delphi are religious sites in the classical period of Greece. The ruins are located in the foothills of Parnassos, northwest of Athens. They are named after the Delphi people who lived there. Founded in the 7th century BC, it was considered the center of the world in ancient Greece, the religious center and a symbol of unity in ancient Greece. Delphi is the more important temple in all the Greek places, because this temple is dedicated to the sun god Apollo, the god of knowledge, light, music and medicine in the ancient Greek beliefs. There are also an open-air theater and a holy road in the ruins area. On both sides of the holy road, there are gift vaults, altars, monuments, colonnades, etc. built by the Greek states to worship the gods. Archaeological excavations of the Delphi site system started in 1892, and all the ancient buildings in the temple area have been cleared and a museum has been built.Greece · Phocis
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What travellers say about Meteora
不慵懒懒23 February 2020
5.0
When you go to the Meteora Monastery, you must go to the viewing platform to see the mountains all around and feel the charm of the city in the sky.
Psaropetra Viewpoint
Hannah Compion6 October 2026
5.0
Beautiful and magnificent. Wear comfortable shoes and take a hat. I wasn’t well prepared for the amount of walking.
Acropolis of Athens
JQKABBQ23 April 2022
5.0
This was taken on the Acropolis: Temple of Victory (Figure 3), Parthenon (Figure 5. Still under renovation), Erechtheion (Figures 4 and 5), Dionysus Theatre, Atticus Theatre. The guided tour I bought a day in advance was very good. We set off at 5pm, just as the sun was about to set. It was not hot at all, and there were not many tourists. The tour guide was a historian, and the content he introduced along the way was very detailed. Including the story behind the construction of the Acropolis Museum, the trees on the Acropolis Hill, the Acropolis has experienced several disasters and historical changes, Athens' efforts in the field of international recovery of cultural relics (to the British Museum), the story of Dionysus, the god of medicine, the goddess of war, the goddess of wisdom, and the three main gods Poseidon. Another surprise is that there are so many cats in the Acropolis! They are the only guests who can enter and exit the temple at will. The staff will regularly put cat food for the stray cats.
Parthenon
翱翔的大鲨鱼17 September 2020
4.0
Delphi. According to legend, Zeus released two eagles, which flew east and west respectively, and finally met at Delphi, which is also the center of the world. In addition, another miracle is Apollo's oracle, which can be verified by the existing remains of the Apollo Sanctuary and the Athena Sanctuary!
Delphi Archaeological Site