8 Most Beautiful Monasteries and Sacred Places in Greece
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8Meteora Monasteries — Clifftop marvels in Thessaly
The Meteora Monasteries are perhaps Greece’s most iconic sacred sites. Built atop towering sandstone cliffs in central Greece, these monasteries appear almost suspended in the sky.
Dating back to the 14th century, six of the original twenty-four remain active, each housing monks or nuns and treasures of Byzantine art. Visiting Meteora is a breathtaking experience — winding paths, stone staircases carved into cliffs, and panoramic views of the plains below make it both a spiritual and visual journey. Many visitors also take part in guided tours, photography excursions, and hiking trails that connect the monasteries, allowing you to immerse yourself fully in the landscape.
