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Mount Ossa (Kissavos)

Mount Ossa, alternative Kissavos, is a mountain in the Larissa regional unit, in ThessalyGreece. It is 1,978 metres (6,490 ft) high and is located between Pelion to the south and Olympus to the north, separated from the latter by the Vale of Tempe.

In Greek mythology, the Aloadaes are said to have attempted to pile Mount Pelion on top of Mount Ossa in their attempt to scale Olympus.[3]

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Vasilitsa Old Time Skiing

Vasilitsa Old Time Skiing

Vasilitsa Old Time Skiing

When I used to make ski movies, I was focused completely on hard-core action, due to the nature of the product. Apparently I was missing out. There’s nothing more exciting than watching someone ski at the limit of human performance. However the most special moments on the mountain occur closer to reality. Sometimes they occur right next to the parking lot.

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Mount Olympos (The Pantheon)

Ski touring on Mount Olympos.

Skiing on Mount Olympos

Skiing on Mount Olympos in Greece is like nothing you’ve lived before. This short film features Mike Styllas, one of the refuge guardian on Mt Olympos. Up until a few years ago, the refuge on Mount Olympos were completely closed during winter. Several of the refuge guardians, Mike included, realized the potential for ski mountaineering and Continue reading Mount Olympos (The Pantheon)