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Greek, US Environmental Groups Launch Project to Protect Mt. Olympus

Greek and US environmental groups recently announced their collaboration in a project to protect Mt. Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece where the ancient Gods resided. In an agreement sponsored by the US Embassy in Greece, Greek environmental organization Ecogenia...

Face of Zeus on Mt Olympus: Ancient Carving or Optical Illusion

Some claim that they can see the face of Zeus on the rocky face of Mt. Olympus, the traditional home of the gods in Greek mythology. The rocky face, which is located at around 2,400 meters (7874.016 feet) high, near...

Greek Athlete Promises Skydive to Disabled Woman After Olympus Climb

Celebrated Greek athlete Marios Giannakou -- who famously climbed up to the top of Mount Olympus with his friend Eleftheria Tosiou, who is disabled, strapped to his back -- has now promised to take her skydiving. The two adventurers met...

Brave Driver Tackles Snow-Covered Mt. Olympus (video)

The mountain of the ancient Greek gods, Mt. Olympus, is now covered in fresh blanket of snow, creating a majestic landscape. A Greek driver defied the wintry conditions this weekend, daring to drive up the snow-covered slopes of the mountain....