Meteora Monasteries, Greece
One of the largest and tallest Eastern Orthodox monastery complexes in the world can be found in the Meteora in central Greece. As a defense mechanism against invasion, the original 24 monasteries were constructed atop the natural pillars at the end of the 14th century. There are now fewer than ten people living in each of the six that still exist. How, then, do the residents enter and exit the area? It used to be reachable only by means of a rope; however, modern-day rock formations have been modified to include stairs.
Meteora Monasteries, Greece
Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Bhutan
You’ve probably noticed by now that monks oftentimes live on the edge, both figuratively and literally. Those who have lived at Bhutan’s Tiger’s Nest Monastery have found this to be the case. The monastery, which is perched on a cliff at an elevation of nearly 3,000 feet, is reached after a two-hour hike at the very least. If you’re ever in Bhutan and aren’t afraid of heights, you should visit this spot immediately because it’s rumored to be breathtaking.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Bhutan
