The monastic practices of Meteora Throughout the centuries, the monastic life of Meteora includes the different types of monasticism practiced within Orthodox Christianity. For over a thousand years, Meteora gave shelter to those who wished to retreat, forming a monastic community that at its peak had over 24 monasteries. Today, only six of them remain
Everything you need to know about Greek public buses (KTEL)
Everything you need to know about Greek public buses (KTEL)
2019-01-28T15:49:40+00:00
Planning Your Trip
Searching for a public bus in Greece? In this post, we will give away a few tips and bits of advice on how to find Greek (KTEL) buses, bus schedules, or how to book your bus tickets. Will try our best to help you find relevant information not easily accessible to nonnative people, making the
The Byzantine church of Meteora & the Knights Templars
The Byzantine church of Meteora & the Knights Templars
2019-01-24T12:57:30+00:00
Historical, Religion, Things to See
Knights Templar and the church’s hidden history In Part 1, we discussed the connection of the Byzantine church in Kalambaka with the local mythology, the ancient religion, and the general historical context in which the Knights Templars left evidence of their presence here at Meteora. In this part, we’ll present exclusively and for the first
Ancient Meteora in the Dawn of History
Ancient Meteora in prehistory The Peneios River, flowing on the outskirts of Kalabaka town, has played a central role in human development in this region. The earliest evidence of human presence has been found near its banks. According to recent archaeological findings, human habitation in the area dates back to the Mid-Paleolithic era, approximately 130,000
Winter is here! Meteora Winter – Discover Meteora’s Winter Magic
Winter is here! Meteora Winter – Discover Meteora’s Winter Magic
2018-11-30T10:22:19+00:00
Planning Your Trip, Things to do
What you should know before visiting Meteora this winter. Winter has arrived without any further delays! The first snows already cover the nearby mountain tops, making Meteora more mystical for this winter season of 2018/2019. And while the “long night” and the “White-Walkers” mentioned in the “Game of Thrones” lore haven’t made any dramatic appearance
St George the Mandilas in Kastraki
The origins of a 300-year-old Meteora tradition St George the mandilas in Kastraki is an old ruined skete, dedicated to the great Saint George, who slew the dragon. St George was a Greek who became an officer in the Roman army in the 4th century AD. His father was the Greek Gerondios from Cappadocia, Asia