Greek monks were trying to build monasteries in places that were hidden or difficult to access in order to protect them from ...

Monks have been seeking spiritual enlightenment at these sites on steep cliffs, inside caves and atop an extinct volcano for ...

Meteora is a stunning historical site in Greece that is home to six monasteries perched high upon ... here and not go too close to steep cliff edges. Photo Location: The Meteora Main Observation ...

For sweeping views of the ocean and prime photo ops, travelers recommend visiting the Paleokastritsa Monastery. Located on a remote cliff peninsula in the village of Paleokastritsa, the Byzantine ...

THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP ... is a popular destination for visitors exploring the cliff-top and centuries-old Orthodox monasteries at Meteora, a UNESCO-listed site.