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April 8, 2025

Theopetra Cave Reopens After 8 Years: A Window into Prehistoric Europe

After eight long years of closure, Theopetra Cave—one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Europe—has finally reopened to the public.

November 27, 2023

Visiting Meteora with a Pet

November 27, 2023
By Kostas Chasiotis
Adventure, Cultural

Meteora, with its holy monasteries and rugged landscapes, beckons travelers seeking a unique blend of history and natural wonder.

April 13, 2023

Good Thursday: The Last Supper

April 13, 2023
By Kostas Chasiotis
Cultural

Good Thursday, also known as Maundy Thursday, is a significant day in the Christian faith that marks the beginning of the Easter Triduum. It is observed on the Thursday before Easter Sunday, which falls on the first full moon following the vernal equinox.

April 12, 2023

Good Wednesday: The anointing of Jesus

April 12, 2023
By Kostas Chasiotis
Cultural

Good Wednesday is part of the Good Week, which leads up to the celebration of Easter Sunday. During the Good Week, Orthodox Christians engage in prayer, fasting, and reflection as they prepare to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

January 3, 2019

The Byzantine church of Meteora, Knights Templars and hidden symbols (Part 1)

January 3, 2019
By George Kourelis
Cultural, Historical, Religion, Things to See

The untold story of Kalambaka’s Byzantine church In the old part of Kalambaka town, right beneath the giant cliffs of Meteora lies an elusive and relatively unknown monument. The locals know it as the Byzantine church. It’s the oldest standing monument of the entire Meteora region, with a truly fascinating story embedded on its walls,

May 30, 2016

Meteora Code of Ethics

May 30, 2016
By Kostas Chasiotis
Announcements, Cultural, Planning Your Trip, Religion, Top Reads, Uncategorized

Read the Code of Ethics for responsible tourism By choosing to visit Meteora you’ve made a choice to visit above all a holy place! A centuries-old monastic community with monks and nuns who still practice their faith and ancient rituals. It is one of the most important monastic centers of the Greek Orthodox Church

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