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Greece is racing to get Mount Olympus, the mythical home of the gods, officially recognized as a Unesco World Heritage site, with the World Heritage Committee set to vote soon. Rising nearly 3,000 meters, this iconic peak blends breathtaking natural beauty with deep cultural and historical roots — already a biosphere reserve since 1981 and a national park since 2021. For locals, the push isn’t just about prestige — it’s a vital effort to protect this sacred landscape from climate change and wildfires. While advisory panels have called for more review, officials stress that action must continue regardless of the outcome. If granted, the status could boost sustainable tourism while ensuring Olympus’s mythic legacy endures for generations.

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