Central Greece

Yesterday we visited Delphi on the slope of Mt Parnassas – the centre of the world according to the ancient Greeks and once the wealthiest place in Greece.  Pilgrims travelled to consult the oracle (wish I had her skills set).  The site included the Temple of Apollo, an amphitheatre, a stadium where the Pythian games were held every 4 years (sound familiar?), a great museum and lots of steps!

Today we went to Meteora.  Magnificent is one word to describe the 6 monasteries perched dramatically on the top of enormous rocky pinnacles.  Their shape reminded me of a larger version of the Olgas without the colour.   The museums in the largest monastery were outstanding, especially the sections displaying a comprehensive selection of traditional costumes, military and church attire through the ages and all with English explanations.  A bonus! Of course lots of steps once again.  I counted 347 steps to one monastery which is why I am allowed a mojito right now while I type.

Good news on the pool front – Apart from Athens which is a very old camp (very clean and lovely staff though) all the camping grounds in Greece have pools with water in them!  A nice welcome after a day climbing steps in the sun.  Heading to Croatia within the next few days.