Sightseeings
Olympus
The highest mountain in Greece, with a height of 2,918 meters and more than 10 peaks that exceed 2,650 meters. One of the highest peaks in Europe is Mytikas (2,918 meters), followed by Scolios (2,911 meters) and Stefani (2,909 meters).
The sacred mountain, landmark of Greek mythology as the home of the Greek Gods.
According to Homer the twelve gods lived in the gorges of Olympus where their palaces are located. The Pantheon (the highest peak of Mytikas), is their meeting point and their intense discussions. The throne of Zeus (the top of Stephani), houses exclusively the "Father of gods and men", Zeus. From there he rules the gods of Olympus and unleashes his thunderbolts.
In 1938 it was declared a National Park, the first in Greece & in 1981, under the auspices of the International Commission on Humanity and the Biosphere, it was recognized as an "area of international importance for the environment of humanity".
Every year Olympus welcomes thousands of visitors due to its biodiversity and rich flora and fauna. Rocky, precipitous peaks, deep ravines, gorges, ravines, alpine meadows and dense forests, compose this rare mosaic of images of unique beauty.
Ancient Dion
Very close to the city of Litochoro and only 5 km away from the beaches of Pieria, is the holy city of Macedonia, dedicated to Zeus and the 12 gods of Olympus. From the 5th century BC to the 5th century the city was for over 1,000 years a thriving center of culture. It was here that Alexander gathered his troops to prepare for his voyages of conquest, worshiping Zeus, the King of the Olympian Gods. The ancient theater of the Hellenistic period, the Roman theater, the walls, the great baths, the mansion of Dionysus, the necropolis, the sanctuaries of Zeus, Demeter and Isis as well as the Archaeological Museum which presents findings from the area, are included in the archaeological site of Dios and can be visited.
Ancient Levithra
The homeland of the mythical Orpheus, a famous and gifted mystic, musician, guitarist and singer of antiquity. Named ancient city between Old Leptokarya and Skotina. The archaeological site of Levithra occupies an area of 15 acres, where excavations have been carried out in recent years.
Of particular interest is the Acropolis of the fortified area. Fragments of mudstone walls, interior floors, cobbled streets, coins and figurines are the main findings of the excavations which are still in an early stage.
Litochoro
Built on the eastern slope of Mount Olympus, the picturesque town stands out for its traditional Macedonian style architecture and the alternations of the rich vegetation that surrounds it, in an exquisite aesthetic harmony.
Platamonas Castle
In a landscape of outstanding natural beauty, the Castle of Platamonas is located in southern Pieria, one of the most beautiful and best preserved castles in Greece. Its tower is one of the most impressive spires we will find in a Greek castle. The location where the castle was built was not accidental, as it was of strategic importance, a control point for the passage from Thessaly to Macedonia. It is open to visit and tour all year round.
Events
Olympus Festival
A leading cultural event of Pieria, with pan-Hellenic scope and international visibility. A festival full of music, theater and various artistic activities. It takes place every year in the months of July and August. The festival is supported by the Greek Ministry of Culture and other local authorities in Pieria. Its events take place in places of great historical and archaeological importance, such as the Ancient Theater of Dion, Platamonas Castle, the Byzantine Church of Panagia in Kontariotissa and several others.
Olympus Marathon
A unique event is organized every year in Litochoro. The leading international mountain running race is organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, with co-organizers the Regional Unit of Pieria and the Municipality of Dion-Olympus. The Olympus Marathon route, it follows the sacred path of antiquity, when the pilgrims of the city of Zeus, climbed every summer to the peaks of Olympus, to honor their supreme god, Zeus. It starts from the archaeological site of Dios at an altitude of only 3 meters, reaches 2780 meters passing by the "throne of Zeus" and ends in the city of Litochoros.
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