Archaeological site of Pythio

Culture

Archaeological site

Archaeological site of Pythio

Excavations in Pythio revealed the temple of Poseidon from the 4th century BC and various other religious areas in its vicinity. The headless statue of a man was also found, identified as that of the god Apollo, and archaeologists are now striving to discover his glorious temple.
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CULTURE

Monastery

Agia Triada-Sparmos monastery

The Sparmou Monastery is situated on the slopes of Olympus and was built in the 16th century. In the 18th century it had about 150...

CULTURE

Church

Pythio

Cave Hermitage of Pythio

At the western plateaus of Olympus, close to Pythio village, two small chapels are preserved inside caves which were ascetic dwellings of anchorite monks. Murals...

NATURE

Mountain

Mount Olympus

Thessalian Olympus, the eastern side of the mythical mountain, offers visitors a unique experience of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Access from Elassona is easy,...