Kalambaka is a small modern town near Meteora. The most interesting feature of the town is the dramatic backdrop of the steep Meteora rocks that frame the northern part of the skyline. Its population is 6500. Its elevation 207m.
Kalambaka offers a ...
number of hotels accommodations for visitors to Meteora, and its busy main street is filled with smalls tourist shops, cafes and restaurants.
The high rock named “Agia” is the landmark and separates it from Kastraki (2 km westward), and the paved road leads to the monasteries.
Ancient Aiginio is believed to be under the earth in the area (probably around, or under Kastraki village ).
The town is clean and quiet, with one main street that runs through it like a backbone, and several squares adorned with lavish fountains that become pivot points for families and boisterous children late in the evening. Most restaurants and cafes are located along the main street and in the few side streets in the center of town. Kalambaka is a year-round tourist destination wand hosts a museum of modern art, and a traditional wood carving school.
