Category: Geosites of Meteora – Pyli Geopark
The geosites of the Geopark combine unique geological history, natural beauty, rich biodiversity and cultural significance.
Geosites of archeological interest
Sites that bear witness to man’s primeval relationship with space, such as caves, archaeological sites and recorded prehistoric traces.
Geosites of Environmental Interest
Areas of rare natural beauty and biodiversity, hosting unique ecosystems and species of flora and fauna.
Geosites of Geological Interest
21 Geosites of natural and geological importance recognised by UNESCO. Discover the hidden treasures of Meteora – Pyli Geopark.
Geosites of Historical – Cultural Interest
Points of particular cultural importance, such as historical monuments, traditional settlements, monasteries and myths associated with the place.
Just outside the village of Mesochora, at the confluence of Vathyrrema and Acheloos (Aspropotamos) rivers, is the site of Kazania tou Davanos. The site contains natural cisterns of great depth, in an opening in the Acheloos riverbed. Due to the particular geomorphological conditions, the morphology of the site can change…
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The waterfall of Agia Paraskevi is located at the location of Kontena, just before the homonymous village of Kalambaka. Next to the waterfall is the chapel of Saint Nicholas. The waterfall has a strong flow after periods of rain, and the water is quite limited in the summer months. It…
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In Kato Palaiokarya, next to the Gropa stream, is the watermill and dristella of Paleokarya. From 1853 to the present day, the watermill has been used for grinding grain and various traditional products. The Gropa stream supplies the watermill with water almost all year round. The watermill uses the energy…
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At the lowest point of Ropoto in the area of Agios Ioannis, is the watermill and dristela of Ropoto. The watermill is used for grinding grain and various traditional products. The waters that descend from the slopes of Karava mountain above Ropoto supply the watermill with water almost all year…
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The reservoir lake Logga is found a short distance from the homonymous village of Logga. At an altitude of 1100 meters, it dominates a unique landscape. It was created for water supply and irrigation of the settlements in the area and is a favorite destination for visitors, fishermen, nature lovers…
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On the Kalambaka – Deskati road, 300 meters after the intersection for the village of Psiloma, we come across the stone bridge of Psira. It is a double-arched bridge that spans the Ionas (Mourganis) River, a tributary of the Pinios River, built in 1790. It is made of stone, made…
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