The Gold Book of Trikala | Page 73

WHAT TO DO Meterora is not only a place of religious devoutness and visit to the impressive Monasteries. The wild landscape with the extraordinary formation attracts thousands of nature and sports lovers, offering a number of adrenaline-boosting activities. • CLIMBING Climbing on the rocks of Meteora is a very old...habit. In the past, the residents of the area turned to rugged rocks to protect themselves from the attacks of rascals and pirates. Lat- er, eremites and monks approached the enormous rocks by climbing. Every year, more and more Greek and international athletes visit this place, with schools and teams for a safer guidance. • HIKING & RAFTING This area is a great all-year destination. Thanks to the natural wealth, professional and amateur athletes participate into a large number of activities, such as hiking, mountain cycling, descent of gorges and rocks, rafting and tubing, and many more. These activi- ties can be organised by experienced experts through Visit Meteora. 73