Pelion, the mythical mount of Centaurs, is connected to many mythological narrations and has unique natural beauties. It is the ideal travel destination for those wanting to be close to nature, to experience ancient legends and explore the earthly paradise of Centaurs...
Contacting nature has always been compelling for the lovers of nature. This challenge is bigger in Pelion, as it is a mount rich in mythological traditions and age-long history.
The famous mount of Magnesia, was known as the summer residence of the Olympian gods and the land of Centaurs. The legends about Centaurs create a mysterious atmosphere about this mountain. These mythical creatures were partly human and partly horse. It is said that the first centaur was born after the coupling of Ixion, king of the Lapiths of Thessaly and Nephele, a cloud made in the image of Hera.
The most famous Centaur was Chiron, the wiser in his race. He used to heal animals with herbs from Pelion mount. Chiron was a teacher of martial arts, haunting and music for gods and mortals. Asclepius, the god of medicine, Achilles, Jason and the Dioskouri Castor and Pollux were some of his students.