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The Monasteries of Meteora in Greece

Are you a fan of history? Are you in love with nature, the art of god? Then, a visit to the Monasteries of Meteora is surely a must. This is where magnificent historical architecture meet the marvels of history all in one super magnificent place.  

For more than 2000 years, the area of Meteora, where many hills and cliffs are situated, has been the best location for monasteries to be established. Historians have largely debated the dates of when these distinctive monasteries were built. However, most of them assert that this was during the 11th and 12th centuries when monks began resorting to the area.

The most marvelous monasteries in Meteora include the Monastery of /St. Barbara built in the middle of the 16th century, the Monastery of Great Meteoron, the largest and most impressive in the area, the Monastery of Varlaam, and the Monastery of the Holy Trinity.

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