Kalabaka, Kalambaka, Kalampaka—Greece. Called by all three names, it is still the same beautiful, serene town. Located 365-kms north of Athens (4-hour train ride). From here you get to the Meteora monasteries. The monasteries are about 4-kms from here. The road is winding, uphill and breathtaking!
Train platform of Kalabaka, Greece
Kalabaka, Kalambaka, Kalampaka—Greece
The pretty town of Kalabaka at the foot of the imposing rock-pillars of Meteora. with the Pineios river flowing beside it. For outdoor enthusiasts, there is hiking, river-rafting and some challenging rock-climbing.
Kalabaka town as seen from Meteora, Greece
The small town of Kalabaka with the Pineios River and the Koziakas Mountain in the background.
Town of Kalabaka as seen from Meteora, Greece
Activities In Town
The most important and imposing monument in Kalabaka. The byzantine church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary from the 10th and 11th century.
The 10th-11th century, Assumption of Virgin Mary church, Kalabaka, Greece
Profile of the Virgin Mary church with the towering Meteora Rocks in the background.
Profile of the Assumption of Virgin Mary church, Kalabaka, Greece
The impressive bell-tower of the Assumption of Virgin Mary church.
Bell-tower of the Assumption of Virgin Mary church, Kalabaka, Greece
The intricately crafted pulpit is breathtaking.
Pulpit of the Assumption of Virgin Mary church, Kalabaka, Greece – image credit-visitmeteora.travel
The interior is decorated with frescos.
Interior of the Assumption of Virgin Mary church, Kalabaka, Greece – image credit-visitmeteora.travel
A street corner overshadowed by an imposing natural rock pillar of Meteora.
A street corner in Kalabaka, Greece
Kalabaka is surrounded by wineries. You should visit and sample the local wines and tsipouro. An un-aged brandy from Greece and in particular Thessaly is a local favorite.
Wineries in Kalabaka, Greece
Restaurants in Kalabaka are very cozy and serve local Greek food.
Restaurant Meteora in Kalabaka, Greece
The most popular local cave (just 40- mtrs high) is located on one of the steepest slopes of a high rock. Just outside the village of Kastraki, this cave is dedicated to St. George. It has a 300-year old tradition and legend behind it. The cave is fondly called, St. George with the scarves.
Cave of St. George of the Scarves (mandalas), Kalabaka, Greece
In town you will find souvenir shops, and everything else that you would expect in a modern town.
Cowbell souvenirs-Kalabaka, Greece
