Kalabaka, the Greek Town That Lives Under a Rock
In Kalabaka, all roads lead to Meteora, the towering boulders that dwarf the town and its charming tangerine-roofed houses. The town’s most notable feature, Meteora is a naturally-formed set of rocks that house a cluster of eastern Orthodox monasteries, some of them even perched atop the rocks’ apex like the Saint Nicholas Anapafsas monastery. Kalabaka’s peculiar terrain, along with the town’s quaint landscape and options for entertainment all make it a hidden gem worth discovering. Start exploring this town by navigating its old town streets and cobblestoned alleyways. You’ll find a row of pretty stone houses shaded by olive trees, alongside traditional Greek tavernas that serve local cuisine. Here, you can sample Kalabaka’s much-talked-about spanakopita pies, delectable saganaki (fried cheese), and authentic moussaka stuffed with great quality meat. Skaros Tavern, with their alfresco setting under olive trees, and the Meteora Restaurant, a stunning taverna that has operated since