#MountOlympus: It's more than just a mountain. It's a magical place where #myths and #legends are still taking place.
Mytikas and Stefani as seen from the Muses' Plateau, at 2.550 meters.
Olympus is the highest mountain of Greece, located between the border of Thessaly and Macedonia. It is probably the most famous mountain in the world. Due to its majestic scenery and wild beauty, Ancient Greeks believed that it was the home of the Twelve Olympian gods (aka Olympians) of Ancient Greece. According to the Greek #mythology, Mutikas, the highest peak of Olympus (2.918 meters) also known as Pantheon, was the meeting place of the Olympian gods. Pantheon offered a panoramic view of the world, allowing the Olympians to see all events around the world. From there, they observed and influenced human affairs. They dispensed justice, and intervened in the lives of mortals, often favoring or punishing them based on their whims. Stefani, an icrecrible steep peak at 2.902 meters, was the throne of Zeus.
The mountain itself was considered a symbol of divine authority and unapproachable splendor. Zeus' Palace was not only council/meeting place for the gods, but it was also a place for feasting. Legends describe Olympus as a place of eternal beauty and bliss, where the Olympians feasted on #ambrosia and #nectar, sustaining their immortality.
The mythology of Mount Olympus is rich with stories of divine intrigue, power struggles, and interactions with humans. For instance, the famous myth of Prometheus, who defied Zeus by giving fire to humanity, originates from this pantheon. The mountain itself was seen as unapproachable and shrouded in clouds, adding to its mystique and reinforcing its status as the divine realm.
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