Myths and legends : Mt. Pelion, has been renowned for its beauty since antiquity. According to the legend, Pelion was the summer home of the Gods of Olympus and the land of the mythical Centaurs. It has been praised by Homer, Pindaros and Euripides, who sung of the heavenly wedding of Peleas and Thetis. The wise Centaur Chiron teacher and mentor to the demigods Achilles, Hercules, providing instruction in the proper care of the body and soul. Asklipios was taught medicine. It was also from Pelion that the legendary Argo set sail for the distant shores of the Black Sea carrying Jason and the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece.

Pilion today : Traces of Pilion's history are abundant, with ruins of ancient cities, mediaeval castles and old Christian basilicas. There are many examples of monasteries and churches to explore. Also, those unique twenty four mountain villages comprising wonderful living museum of culture, architecture and tradition, offer the most beautiful setting to visit. Art and culture are important to the locals and a variety of performances and exhibitions are accessible around the region throughout the summer months.