Ever since I first saw photos of Meteora, I knew I had to get there one day. (Perhaps a trip combining hiking in Greece with the Dolomites in Italy.)
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Tom Dempsey’s tips for visiting the famous hanging monasteries of Meteora:
• For photography, I recommend a day or two exploring all the different different angles and possibilities, then be ready for the perfect shot on the next day or two as you experience the ever-changing light. Visit the outside at sunrise & sunset for best photography – sunset may give the best light since the the cliffs face to the southwest. … if you have time, walking the best way to absorb the impact of this incredible area.
• I suggest staying anywhere in Kastraki, which is a small town with fascinating architecture, cobbled streets, and closer walking distance to the rock towers & monasteries than the larger town of Kalambaka.
• A few hours drive from Meteora you can hike Mount Olympus, which is culturally very important to Greece. Ascending Mount Olympus is challenging and scenic, with a clean, comfortable overnight dormitory-style hut that serves meals.
Meteora, Greece – amazing photos
Monastery of Rousanou – flickr – Evgeni Dinev
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