Great Meteoron Monastery
Quick Facts
- Location
- Greece, Meteora
- Category
- Church & Religious Site
- Duration
- About 1.5 hours
- Opening Hours
- ~9:00–17:00 (reference).
- Ticket Price
- ~€3 (reference).
- Address
- Great Meteoron Monastery, Meteora, Greece
- Coordinates
- 39.7210, 21.6290
Introduction
The Great Meteoron is the largest of the Meteora monasteries, perched atop a giant sandstone pillar above the Kalambaka plain, founded in the 14th century by St Athanasius as an aerial sanctuary for hermit monks. Inside survive a grand church, frescoes, and the old kitchen, wine cellar and herbal pharmacy; a museum holds religious objects and manuscripts. Reached by hundreds of stone steps, it looks down through the clouds over deep gorges — the most epic frame of the 'sky cities' and the spiritual core of this UNESCO site.
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🛈 Practical Info
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Great Meteoron Monastery?
~9:00–17:00 (reference).
How much is the admission for Great Meteoron Monastery?
~€3 (reference).
Any practical tips for visiting Great Meteoron Monastery?
Allow About 1.5 hours for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~9:00–17:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Great Meteoron Monastery?
A typical visit takes About 1.5 hours.
