Well, we had an extra day in Athens, since you can pretty much see everything in a day! So... we took a day trip to Metéora!
'Suspended in the air' (the meaning of Meteora in Greek), these monasteries represent a unique artistic achievement and are one of the most powerful examples of the architectural transformation of a site into a place of retreat, meditation and prayer. (UNESCO)
The early monks that inhabited these monasteries used a basket/rope contraption to bring up people and goods!
Cayman said that when the rope broke, and they died, it was seen to be God telling them He was ready for them... not sure on the validity of that store, but seems pretty legit!!
Studies suggest that the pinnacles were formed about 60 million years ago during the Paleogene Period.
Out of respect, at the entrance to all monasteries, females were giving these wrap skirts to wear over our clothes. I thought about dressing more 'modest' but it was SO HOT OUT! I couldn't imagine wearing pants the whole time!
It's mind boggling to see these monasteries! These are from before the 14-15th century. Crazy to imagine them building these!
Pretty legit!
It was a five hour train ride there, and then back, so we only spent collectively like 3-4 hours in Metéora, but it was better than hanging around Athens for a day, doing nothing!
Amazing views, Metéora is in my top 10 favorite places we've been!
What an awesome time!! I would've been freaked out to walk all the way up there (I'm scared of heights), but probably would've done it to check out that view! Very cool.
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