There were many interesting things to see and we had a memorable stay. The Byzantine Museum was a highlight. This image of St. George was from the second half of the 14th Century.
The interesting and unique architecture of the city has many Ottoman influences.
But this morning it was time to pack up for the short drive to Metsovo. The motorway called Egnatia Odos is very modern and it was an easy drive. Here is a view of downtown Metsovo.
The snow capped Pindos Mountains in the background made us feel like we’d arrived in the Switzerland rather than Northern Greece!
We visited a local museum in a mansion that was owned by a wealthy family in town. Our tour was in English and the guide was very informative!
Our next stop was to be to a 30-minute hike to a monastery nearby.
The hiking path steeply declined and we were fearful that we wouldn’t have the mo-jo to make the climb back up! Larry kept mentioning “heart attack”.
This is us, happy with our decision to turn back. Perhaps we can drive there tomorrow.
While Metsovo is touristy, it has its charms. Tomorrow we’ll tour a local art gallery and vineyard! For now, we are settled into our room in the Aroma Dryos Eco & Design Hotel.
Cheers!