Zagori Municipality

Historic villages in Zagori Municipality

Zagori's Historic Villages & Bridges

The Zagori region of Epirus is defined by its masterful stone architecture, featuring 18th and 19th-century arched bridges and fortified monasteries. This collection highlights the engineering of the triple-arched Plakida Bridge and the single-span Klidonia Bridge over the Voidomatis River. The list also includes significant religious sites like the 11th-century Rogovou Monastery and the detached stone bell towers that characterize the local 'Zagorisian' style, offering a detailed look at the region's post-Byzantine heritage.

Zagori's Historic Villages & Bridges — Map

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Ottoman Stone Arch Bridge of Klidonia

A single-arched stone bridge spanning the Voidomatis River, built in 1853 to replace an older wooden structure.

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Bridge of Plakida or Kalogeriko

Built in 1814, this iconic triple-arched stone bridge near Kipoi village is known for its rhythmic, wave-like design.

C

Bridge of Noutsos or Kokkoris

A single-arched stone bridge built in 1750, spanning the Vikos River between the villages of Koukouli and Kipoi.

D

Bridge of Lazaridis or Kontodimou

Single-arched bridge built in 1753, connecting the villages of Koukouli and Kapesovo over the Vikos gorge.

E

Gephyri Tou Kapetan Arkouda

A small stone bridge named after a local hero who died at this site during the struggle for Epirus.

F

Gephyri Tou Agiou Mena

19th-century stone bridge located near the village of Tsepelovo.

G

Mone Agion Apostolon Petrou kai Paulou

Monastery located near the Voidomatis River, featuring traditional Epirus stone masonry and religious icons.

H

Koimeses tes Theotokou

Traditional Greek Orthodox church featuring the region's characteristic stone-slab roof and internal frescoes.

I

Mone Boutsas

Historic monastery founded in the 7th century and rebuilt in the 16th century, containing significant post-Byzantine hagiographies.

J

Agios Georgios

Village church built in the traditional Zagori style using local grey limestone.

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Mone Bisikou

Monastery dating back to the 12th century, located near the village of Kalouta.

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Prophete Elia

Small stone church situated on a high point, typical of regional shrines dedicated to the prophet.

M

Kampanario

Detached stone bell tower serving the local church, built in the traditional Epirus architectural style.

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Kampanario

Traditional stone bell tower, built separately from the main church building to ensure structural stability.

O

Agios Georgios

Greek Orthodox church featuring a stone-tiled roof and typical Zagorian masonry.

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Mone Agiou Nikolaou

17th-century monastery known for its secluded location and traditional stone architecture.

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Mone Agiou Nikolaou

Stone-built church complex associated with the nearby monastery, featuring post-Byzantine religious art.

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Agias Triadas

Local parish church constructed with the region's characteristic grey limestone and stone-tiled roofing.

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Mone Agiou Ioannou Ronkobou

Founded in 1028 and rebuilt in the 18th century, this monastery features exceptional frescoes and a carved wooden iconostasis.

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Agios Nikolaos

Traditional church in the village of Tsepelovo, showcasing 18th-century stone craftsmanship.

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