Katarraktis: Waterfalls and Monastery History

Katarraktis lies at an elevation of 800 metres. The village is home to the Monastery of Saint Catherine of Katarraktis; the twin waterfalls of Tzoumerka are 7 km from the village. The 800 metres refers to the village’s elevation, while the 7 km is the distance to the waterfalls. This gives you two distinct options for your stay: cultural history in the village or an outing to the waterfalls. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can consider which experience you would like to focus on.

To the twin waterfalls

A footpath with paved sections and wooden bridges leads to the twin waterfalls. The path itself is therefore a tangible part of the outing. If you enjoy walking, these details give you a clear idea of what to expect along the way. Check the current condition of the path before setting out.

At a distance of 7 km from the village, the waterfalls are a separate point of reference for planning your day. You can treat a visit to the waterfalls separately from your time in the village and consider the footpath part of this outing. This places the village’s cultural and historical focus and a path to the falls side by side as two different experiences.

Monastery history in the village

The Monastery of Saint Catherine of Katarraktis is located in the village of the same name. Its founding is dated to the period of Ottoman rule, more precisely to the late 17th or early 18th century. This connects the monastery’s historical significance to a specific era.

The monastery’s most important reliquary is the icon of Saint Catherine, a work of art from the late 18th century. Silversmiths from Kalarrites made its silver covering in 1820. The two dates refer to different aspects: the late 18th century dates the icon, while 1820 marks the craftsmanship of its covering. The silversmiths’ origins give this detail an additional art-historical dimension. The icon is also thematically connected to the saint to whom the monastery is dedicated.

Choosing a location based on your interests

This gives you a clear comparison when choosing where to stay: the monastery is in the village, while the waterfalls are 7 km away. A footpath leads to them, so you can also plan this outing separately. If you are mainly interested in the monastery’s history, Katarraktis itself is the focus of your travel plans. If the waterfalls are your priority, make the path a separate item on your itinerary. Both topics can be factored into your travel plans, even though they have different points of reference. Base your search for a holiday apartment in Katarraktis on which aspect of the destination matters most to you. If you are planning with other travellers who have different interests, this comparison may help you weigh up the options together: the monastery represents cultural history in the village, while the path offers an outing to the waterfalls.

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