Doupiani Rock & Chapel
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The birthplace of Meteora's earliest monastic community, with a rock-base chapel, the ruins of the 'Father of Monasteries' stone tower, and a classic climbing spot.
Doupiani Rock lies on the north side of Kastraki village. In the 11th–12th centuries, hermit monks here formed the Doupiani brotherhood, which is regarded as the starting point of monastic life in Meteora. At the foot of the rock stands a small Church of Panagia Doupiani, with some frescoes still preserved on its walls. On a nearby pillar you can also see the ruined walls of the Monastery of the Pantocrator. The site is only a few hundred metres from the village and can be reached on foot. It is also one of Meteora's most popular climbing areas, where you can often see climbers moving across the rock face. Opening hours for the chapel vary, and entry is free.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; church opening times vary
Nearby sights
- Monastery of St. Nicholas Anapausas
- Holy Spirit Rock (Agio Pnevma)
- Kastraki Village
- Monastery of Great Meteoron
- Varlaam Monastery
- Roussanou Monastery
- Badovas Hermit Caves
- Church of the Dormition, Kalambaka