Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapausas

The Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapausas is one of the smaller but most charming Meteora monasteries, built on a narrow rock pinnacle near the village of Kastraki. Visitors climb a steep staircase to reach the complex, which consists of small, interconnected chapels and cells. The monastery is renowned for its well-preserved frescoes, painted by the Cretan monk Theophanes Strelitzas in the 16th century, depicting scenes from the life of Christ and saints. Its compact size and serene setting offer a more personal glimpse into monastic life, with panoramic views of the surrounding rock formations.

Don't miss

• Admire the vivid frescoes by Theophanes Strelitzas in the katholikon (main church).
• Climb the narrow staircase carved into the rock for spectacular views of Meteora.
• Explore the tiny chapel of St. John the Baptist and the original monastic cells.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapausas

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