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At the northern foot of the mountain, the nine Muses—patrons of the arts and sciences—were said to reside. A Guide to the Modern Ascent

The second-highest peak, Stefani (2,909m), is often identified as the personal throne of Zeus, from which he would hurl thunderbolts.

Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, reaching an elevation of 2,917 meters (9,573 ft) at its highest peak, . Located on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia, it is globally famous as the legendary home of the Twelve Olympian Gods in Greek mythology. Beyond its divine status, it was designated as Greece's first National Park in 1938 and is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its exceptional biodiversity, featuring over 1,700 plant species. The Mythology of the Peaks

The highest peak was believed to be the meeting place where the gods gathered to debate.