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  1. Mount Olympus (/ oʊ ˈ l ɪ m p ə s, ə ˈ l ɪ m-/, Greek: Όλυμπος, romanized: Ólympos, IPA: [ˈoli(m)bos]) is the highest mountain in Greece. It is part of the Olympus massif near the Thermaic Gulf of the Aegean Sea , located in the Olympus Range on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia , between the regional units of Larissa ...

  2. Mount Olympus, mountain peak, the highest (9,570 feet [2,917 metres]) in Greece. It is part of the Olympus massif near the Gulf of Thérmai (Modern Greek: Thermaïkós) of the Aegean Sea and lies astride the border between Macedonia (Makedonía) and Thessaly (Thessalía). It is also designated as Upper.

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  4. Mount Olympus - Greek Mythology Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece and the home of the Olympian gods in Greek mythology. It was formed after the epic battle between the gods and the Titans, and became the place where the divine council met and decided the fate of the world. Learn more about the myths and legends of Mount Olympus, and explore the stories of the gods and heroes who ...

  5. www.worldatlas.com › mountains › mount-olympusMount Olympus - WorldAtlas

    Apr 14, 2024 · Mount Olympus forms part of the larger Olympus mountain massif, situated close to the Thermaic Gulf, which in turn is part of the Aegean Sea. Mount Olympus Geology. Aerial drone panoramic view of a little church on a cliff in deep canyon near legendary Mountain Olympus. The geology of Mount Olympus is just as fascinating as its mythological past.

  6. Sep 23, 2022 · It is described as an ancient Greek acropolis, or fortified hill-palace complex. The acropolis was built just beneath the main peak, which functioned as one of the thrones of Zeus. Within the acropolis were the palaces belonging to the gods - the main palace of Zeus and the lesser palaces of the other Olympians.

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