Meteora is among the 17 most beautiful destinations of the past year, according to Buzzfeed! Specifically, the monasteries of Meteora that rise imposingly 20 km away from the city of Trikala, climbed at the top 5 of the list with the best destinations of 2014 all over the world, among destinations in Morocco, Philippines, Peru and Indonesia.

The imposing complex of massive rocks were created through the process of erosion of a large conglomeration of large stones, sand and mud which was what was left behind after the waters of the massive Thessalic lagoon drained into the Aegean Sea centuries ago.

We capture Meteora through dozens of clicks with our cameras and we are bewildered by the second largest complex of monasteries in Greece which is hosted upon the imposing rocks. The first largest is that of Agion Oros. Six monasteries still operate and since 1988 they are also listed among the monuments of international heritage of UNESCO.

The first thing to do in order to experience the majestic atmosphere of Meteora is book your stay at Ananti City Resort, the modern and luxurious refuge of Trikala with awesome views to the glorious plains of Thessaly.

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Let Ananti be your base at Trikala and you will be able to marvel at this miracle of nature, by enjoying a hiking tour on the steep rocks and the monasteries, covering a total of 8 km!

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Also, the romantic ones will have the chance to watch the sunset from a superb panoramic spot in the Meteora cliffs, through the special Sunset Tour offer!

From: Anthi Sasmatzoglou

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