Category: Geosites of Meteora – Pyli Geopark
The geosites of the Geopark combine unique geological history, natural beauty, rich biodiversity and cultural significance.
21 Geosites
Natural monuments that highlight geological processes, such as the imposing cliffs of Meteora, the gorges and river valleys.
Sites of archeological interest
Sites that bear witness to man’s primeval relationship with space, such as caves, archaeological sites and recorded prehistoric traces.
Sites of Environmental Interest
Areas of rare natural beauty and biodiversity, hosting unique ecosystems and species of flora and fauna.
Sites of Historical – Cultural Interest
Points of particular cultural importance, such as historical monuments, traditional settlements, monasteries and myths associated with the place.
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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Following the uphill road above the village of Agia Paraskevi (Tzourtzia) we find on a small plateau that interrupts the steep slope, the chapel dedicated to Agia Marina. The holy church of Agia Marina was erected by the F.A.T.A. "Educational Brotherhood of Tzourtzia Athamania" in 1902 at an altitude of…
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At the entrance of Pertouli is the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The church was built in the mid-20th century to a design by Dimitris Pikionis. Dimitris Pikionis (1887-1968) was one of the greatest Greek figures in Architecture and the arts with a rich architectural, painting, poetic…
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