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The Monastery of Holy Trinity is the most difficult to reach, but once you get to the very top, the panoramic view of the surroundings is simply captivating!
The Monastery of the Holy Trinity, also known as Agia Triada, Ayías Triádhos, Ayia Triada, is a Greek Orthodox monastery in central Greece, situated in the Pineios Valley northeast of the town of Kalambaka. It is located at the top of a rocky precipice over 400 metres (1,300 ft) high and is one of 24 monasteries which were originally built at Meteora. The Monastery of the Holy Trinity is one of the oldest existing of the Meteora monasteries. Collectively titled Meteora, in 1988 the extant six monasteries were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Άγιος Στέφανος
This is the most accessible monastery, where instead of steps you simply cross a small bridge to reach the entrance.
The Church of the Koimisis tis Theotokou is Kalambaka’s historic cathedral, dating largely to the 14th century but built on the site of a much earlier early Christian basilica. Inside, rare features include a large stone ambo, early architectural fragments and layers of frescoes spanning several centuries. It makes a rewarding stop alongside the monasteries of Meteora.
Αγία Βαρβάρα Ρουσσάνου
The main cathedral, celebrating the memory of Santa Barbara, was founded at the end of the 16th century and was decorated 30 years later.
Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας Μετεώρων και Μουσείο Μανιταριών
The ground floor features a number of dioramas with taxidermy birds and mammals from around the world. The top floor is filled with over-the-top mushroom dioramas, murals and fun facts. Check the gift shop for a variety of dried mushroom treats.
Βαρλαάμ
The Monastery of Varlaam is the second largest monastery of Meteora. A monk named Varlaam who scaled the rocks in 1350 and began construction on the monasteries. Varlaam built three churches by hoisting materials up the face of the cliffs. The museum is open to travelers and contains a wide array of relics and ecclesiastical treasures.
Άγιος Νικόλαος Αναπαυσάς
The Holy Monastery of Saint Nikolas of Anapafsas was founded at the end of the 14th century. It is the smallest monastery in Meteora.