Mount Ziria, where the Greek God Hermes was born. Credit: ulrichstill/ WIkimedia Commons/ CC BY-SA 2.0According to the legend, the Pleiad known as Maia gave birth to Zeus’ son Hermes in a cave near the lake Dasios, on Mount Ziria, near the village of Trikala.
Also known as Mount Kyllini or Mount Cyllene, this mountain is famous for its association with the god Hermes. It rises to 2,376 meters (7,795 ft) above the sea, making it the second-highest point on the Peloponnese.
Mount Ziria
Mount Ziria is located west of the valley of Flabouritsa in the Peloponnese and it is home to a magnificent landscape.
The biggest village in the area is Trikala, an emerging tourist destination located on the western side of Mount Ziria.
Its dry climate and convenient location, only 143 kilometers from Athens (88 miles), make it a favorite destination in any season, not only for the Greeks but also for international visitors.
