By Aliki Seferou Brimming with natural wonders and cultural sites that date to different eras, Thessaly never ceases to amaze travelers. Among valleys and mountains, rivers and lakes, make their appearance ancient monasteries, stone bridges and Byzantine castles. Explore the top things to see in Thessaly and embark on a unique journey. Meteora First on
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
The Minyans of Thessaly: An Ancient Mystery (Part 2)
Continuing from Part 1 In this second part, we aim to explore the connections between the proto-Greek Minyans of Thessaly and Meteora and the potential for remarkable ancient engineering feats that might be hidden right beneath our noses. In the first part, we examined the extensive engineering project that these prehistoric people undertook at Lake
