Greek nature has managed to offer visitors unforgettable moments of admiration of the beautiful and special landscapes it has created. The many contrasts between mountains, seas and the particular morphology of Greece result in nature proving to be a better artist than anyone could imagine. He creates unique scenery that resembles faces and objects of everyday life and which play with the mind and imagination. This is how various nature attractions get their names. For example, the Towers of Astraka. Which is something completely different than you imagine.
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The Towers of Astraka that actually… They are not towers!
You will admire the Towers of Astraka on your way to the famous Papigo in Zagorochoria. Equally beautiful is the view from Aristi, one of the most famous Zagorochoria in Epirus. It is a special formation that makes at one point the mountain range of Tymfi at the point where the peak of Astraka is located. From there they got their name and are called Towers of Astraka. And what traveler will not pass by car and admire this splendor of nature in the prefecture of Ioannina. And who wouldn’t take dozens of photos to remember that he found himself in one of the most imposing places in Greece. Where the mountain you think will touch the sky.
For the top of Astraka there are two mountaineering routes. One starts a little lower than the shelter and ascends vertically the steep slope. On the other hand, the second one starts from the shelter and is smoother. If you like mountaineering, whichever you choose you will stay with the best impressions and you will remember these routes for a lifetime…
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If you find yourself in the area, a visit to Vikos Gorge, which has entered the Guinness Book of World Records, is a must. Read more about it
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Towers of Astraka are not actual towers. They are a special rock formation on the Tymfi mountain range near the peak of Astraka in Zagorochoria, Epirus, Greece. The name comes from their tower-like appearance, but they are natural rock formations that create an imposing silhouette against the sky.
The Towers of Astraka are located in Zagorochoria, in the Ioannina prefecture of Epirus, Greece. They can be viewed on the way to Papigo or from Aristi, one of the most famous villages in Zagorochoria. The formations are part of the Tymfi mountain range at the point where the peak of Astraka is situated.
The name Astraka means 'roof' in Greek. It was given to the peak because it stands as a roof above the village of Mikro Papigo, which lies beneath these imposing rock formations.
There are two mountaineering routes to the top of Astraka. One route starts slightly lower than the shelter and ascends vertically up the steep slope. The second route starts from the shelter and offers a smoother, less challenging path for hikers.
The Vikos Gorge is a major attraction near the Towers of Astraka. It has entered the Guinness Book of World Records and is a must-visit if you are in the Zagorochoria area. The gorge is easily accessible from the same region as the Towers.
