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ferret (Martes foina), squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris), jackal
(Canis aureus), wild cat (Felis sylvestris), etc.
Furthermore 108 bird species have been recorded
which find refuge in the dense forests and the sheer
rocky mountain slopes. Some of these species of fauna
are under threat such as the chamois, golden eagle
(Aquila chrysaetos) and the rare woodpecker and are
strictly protected under international agreements.
Additionally the streams and the small lakes are home to
a significant number of amphibians and reptiles and a
vast number of butterflies for which Olympus is
famous.
BEWARE!
Olympus is not an easy mountain to climb on, there are many hiking routes and scree and slippery rocks and
steep summits. Sudden changes of weather and low temperatures even during summer time are a common
phenomenon, too. Before visiting, hiking or climbing always check the weather and be well informed on the
route you're taking.
Safety precautions must be taken since many climbers have lost their lives on Olympus. Recommendation:
Anyone who wishes to climb Olympus or do any kind of sports and is inexperienced is kindly adviced to come in
contact with local alpine clubs that organize tours on the mountain. Some of them are listed below:
1. Alpine Club of Litohoro
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://eoslitohorou.blogspot.gr/
2. Naturalist Club Litochorou “Olympus”
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fslo.gr/main/page1.php
3. Alpine Club Vrontous
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Enipeas, the most beautiful river in the whole world
Enipeas waterfalls Photo: G. Toulis
“She (Tyro) fell in love with the river Enipeus who is
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