Mytikas, Summit of Mount Olympus in northern Greece
Description
Mytikas is the highest peak of Mount Olympus in northern Greece, standing at 2,918 meters above sea level. The summit offers views of surrounding mountains and the Aegean Sea when weather permits clear visibility.
History
The peak was first summited in 1913 by Swiss climbers Daniel Baud-Bovy and Frédéric Boissonnas. This initial ascent marked the start of modern mountaineering activity on the sacred mountain.
Culture
The summit held sacred meaning for ancient Greeks, who believed it was home to the gods even though they never attempted to reach it.
Practical
Reaching the summit requires climbing experience and technical skills, particularly on the upper sections. Most hikers start from the Prionia shelter and should be prepared for rock scrambling and changing conditions.
Did you know?
The rocks at the summit contain limestone deposits from the Triassic period, shaped over millions of years of geological change. This long history makes the peak a place where visitors can see how Earth's crust has evolved.
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