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- Holy Monastery of Saint Stephen: This convent, dating back to the 1400s, can be reached via a small footbridge, making it accessible for visitors.
Present Day and Tourism
Since the opening of paved roads in the 1960s, Meteora has become an annual pilgrimage for thousands of tourists eager to experience its grandeur. Although the landscape has transformed and climbing routes have become safer, preservation efforts continue to combat the decay caused by time and past conflicts.
This ongoing struggle aims to protect against new threats like vibrations from low-flying aircraft and seismic activity associated with earthquakes. The entrance fees to the monasteries are modest, allowing visitors to access these sacred historical sites affordably.