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Meteora Monasteries | Varlaam Monastery | Great Meteoron Monastery | Rousanou Monastery | Agios Nikolaos Anapafsas Monastery | St. Stephen's Monastery | Holy Trinity Monastery | St. Nicholas Anapafsas Monastery | St. Barbara's Monastery | Kalambaka Town |
Great Meteoron Monastery - Meteora - Greece
Great Meteoron Monastery
The Great Meteoron Monastery, also known as the Monastery of the Transfiguration, is a Greek Orthodox monastery located in the Meteora region of Greece. It is the largest and oldest of the monasteries in the area, and is perched atop a giant sandstone rock pillar. The monastery was founded in the 14th century by the monk Athanasios Meteorites, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery is home to a number of frescoes, icons, and other religious artifacts, and is a popular tourist destination. Visitors can explore the monastery's grounds, including its chapel, library, and museum, as well as take in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.