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.
A Ottoman Stone Arch Bridge of Klidonia
A single-arched stone bridge spanning the Voidomatis River, built in 1853 to replace an older wooden structure.
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.
Bridge of Noutsos or Kokkoris
A single-arched stone bridge built in 1750, spanning the Vikos River between the villages of Koukouli and Kipoi.
Bridge of Lazaridis or Kontodimou
Single-arched bridge built in 1753, connecting the villages of Koukouli and Kapesovo over the Vikos gorge.
Gephyri Tou Kapetan Arkouda
A small stone bridge named after a local hero who died at this site during the struggle for Epirus.
Gephyri Tou Agiou Mena
19th-century stone bridge located near the village of Tsepelovo.
Mone Agion Apostolon Petrou kai Paulou
Monastery located near the Voidomatis River, featuring traditional Epirus stone masonry and religious icons.
Koimeses tes Theotokou
Traditional Greek Orthodox church featuring the region's characteristic stone-slab roof and internal frescoes.
Mone Boutsas
Historic monastery founded in the 7th century and rebuilt in the 16th century, containing significant post-Byzantine hagiographies.
Agios Georgios
Village church built in the traditional Zagori style using local grey limestone.
Mone Bisikou
Monastery dating back to the 12th century, located near the village of Kalouta.
Prophete Elia
Small stone church situated on a high point, typical of regional shrines dedicated to the prophet.
Kampanario
Detached stone bell tower serving the local church, built in the traditional Epirus architectural style.
Kampanario
Traditional stone bell tower, built separately from the main church building to ensure structural stability.
Agios Georgios
Greek Orthodox church featuring a stone-tiled roof and typical Zagorian masonry.
Mone Agiou Nikolaou
17th-century monastery known for its secluded location and traditional stone architecture.
Mone Agiou Nikolaou
Stone-built church complex associated with the nearby monastery, featuring post-Byzantine religious art.
Agias Triadas
Local parish church constructed with the region's characteristic grey limestone and stone-tiled roofing.
Mone Agiou Ioannou Ronkobou
Founded in 1028 and rebuilt in the 18th century, this monastery features exceptional frescoes and a carved wooden iconostasis.
Agios Nikolaos
Traditional church in the village of Tsepelovo, showcasing 18th-century stone craftsmanship.
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