Taygetos: Experience the unique pyramid phenomenon at 2,407 metres

Taygetos offers you an impressive route along its paths until you reach its famous pyramid peak. As you wait for dawn, sheltered in the chapel of Prophet Elias or one of the makeshift stone structures, you will ponder the theories of archaeologists, geologists, philosophers, and mystics on whether the pyramid was carved by humans, gods, nature’s elements or extraterrestrials.

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Reaching the highest peak of Taygetos cannot compare to any other climbing experience. There, at 2,407 metres, you will admire a vast pyramid, which no one knows if it is the work of nature or man. Plan an overnight stay, and at sunrise you will live a thrilling experience. You will witness the mystical phenomenon of the pyramid, which brings thousands of climbers worldwide to the top of Prophet Elias.

Taygetos offers you an impressive route along its paths until you reach its famous pyramid peak. As you wait for dawn, sheltered in the chapel of Prophet Elias or one of the makeshift stone structures, you will ponder the theories of archaeologists, geologists, philosophers, and mystics on whether the pyramid was carved by humans, gods, nature’s elements or extraterrestrials.

At sunrise, the massive pyramid shadow dropping into the sea of the Messinian Gulf, forming a perfect equilateral triangle, will enchant you. The phenomenon of the pyramid and the magnificence of the landscape will make your mind and soul travel, while your gaze will reach as far as Crete.

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