The village of Kastraki (approx. 2000 inhabitants) is an ideal starting point to visit the Meteora monasteries. Those seeking peace will find accommodations and nice tavernas. You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers. […]
Meteora – the monasteries suspended in the air
The Meteora monasteries are located near Kalambaka in central Greece. Since 1988 Metéora is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Past Larissa, we reach the fantastic Meteora monasteries. As of the 11th century, 24 cloisters were built on 300 m of a high conglomeration rock over the village Kalabaka. 6 of them are still […]
Metsovo and Limni Pigon – Epirus
Metsovo lies at an altitude of 1160 m in the middle of the mountains of Pindus, in the Greek region of Epirus. Coming from Meteora we take the old street over the Katara Pass towards Metsovo. Shortly before the summit, we turn towards Limni Pigon. The artificial lake is surrounded by a nature reserve which […]
Gastouni – Farmers- and gypsy market
Gastouni is located about 16 km southeast of Kyllini in the Peloponnese. A farmers- and gypsy market takes place here every Thursday. The market is heavily influenced by the Roma ethnic minority. The dense crowd already conveys the atmosphere of a bazaar. Mainly everyday objects like clothes, fruits and vegetables are offered. Please watch the […]
Boat trip along Mount Athos
Mount Athos is a monastic republic, which under international law belongs to Greece, but it is managed autonomously. The access for women is strictly prohibited – out of reverence for the Virgin Mary. In recent years, the modernization of the monasteries were funded by the EU with 150 million EUR, although it is rumored that […]