Mount Olympus, Troodos Mountains, Cyprus

Mount Olympus

Troodos Mountains, Cyprus

Mount Olympus, also called Chionistra, is the highest peak in Cyprus, rising to 1,952 meters (6,404 feet) in the Troodos Mountains. It is located near the village of Platres in the Limassol District, offering stunning panoramic views of the island and the Mediterranean Sea.

The mountain is known for its warm-summer Mediterranean climate with snow cover in the winter months, supporting a small ski resort with several ski lifts and slopes suitable for different skill levels.

Geologically, Mount Olympus is part of the Troodos ophiolite, a sequence of volcanic and ultramafic rocks that reveal important information about the earth’s crust. The area surrounding the mountain is rich in forest and biodiversity, with pine, cedar, oak, and cypress trees common in the Troodos range. Mount Olympus also hosts a British and American radar base at its summit and is a popular destination for hiking and nature tourism.

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Troodos 4800, Cyprus

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Mount Olympus is located in Troodos Mountains, Cyprus.

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