Giona

The awe-inspiring Mt. Giona lies at 2.510 meters in the Phocis region of central Greece, with Pyramida as its highest summit. It is located between Mt. Parnassus and Mt. Vardousia, separated by the river Mornos and the "51" tunnel. It is the tallest peak south of Olympus and Greece's fifth highest altogether. It was known in classical antiquity as the Aselinon Oros. At 2,510 meters, Pyramida is the highest point on the mountain (8,235 ft). It is drained to the west by the Mornos River.

The many gorges in the area are most famous, particularly the northern gorge of Reka and the western ravine of Lazorema.

In the area, you'll also find the magnificent 1000-meter-high Sykia cliff, which is one of the destination's highlights. This side of the mountain, which faces down over Sykia village, is the most natural and undisturbed. Wild horses, foxes, griffon vultures, and eagles, as well as wolves, are among the many varieties of flora and animals that reside there.

The Sykia-Lazorema- Vatheia Laka- Pyramida trail leads to the top and takes around 5 hours to complete. It is only advised for experienced mountaineers. The path begins steeply but gradually eases as it passes through a dense fir forest. The path in the Vatheia Laka region is flat, and the summit can be seen. The view of Olympus from Giona's top is breathtaking.

Elevation: 2,510 m
Location: Phocis, Greece
Parent range: Pindus