The Meteora – Pyli Geopark is a place where nature and human presence have coexisted harmoniously for centuries, creating a unique heritage of global significance.
Impressive geological formations, fertile plateaus, rivers, and forests compose a natural landscape of unparalleled beauty. At the same time, the traditional settlements, the monasteries of Meteora – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – as well as numerous archaeological remains and monuments of religious and folk tradition, reflect the historical and cultural continuity of the area.
The natural and cultural heritage of the Geopark is not only a living museum of geology and history, but also a source of inspiration, knowledge, and sustainable development for local communities and visitors alike.
Geosites
The Meteora – Pyli Geopark is a place where nature, history and culture coexist in harmony, offering a unique experience of exploration and knowledge. The geosites of the Geopark reveal the rich geological and natural heritage of the region, while at the same time bringing to light important traces of human presence through the centuries.
Cultural Heritage
The area of Meteora – Pyli Geopark offers a rich cultural heritage from the beginning of human presence in Greece until today. The variety of cultural sites and monuments as well as the rich intangible heritage of the area are important resources of the Meteora – Pyli Geopark.
Biodiversity
The area of the Meteora – Pyli Geopark is characterized by forested mountains and hills with impressive rock formations and monasteries built on their peaks. It is covered by extensive broad-leaved deciduous forests (mainly oak forests), bushy areas, extensive crops, meadows and riparian forests in the valleys, forming a unique mosaic of ecosystems.
