Mount Ossa (Greek: Όσσα), alternatively Kissavos (Κίσσαβος), is a mountain in the Larissa regional unit, in Thessaly, Greece. 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.
Etymology
The name Kissavos has been connected to Serbian kisha "wet weather, rain."
Mythology
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.
See also
- Ossa Cave
- List of European ultra prominent peaks
References
External links
- Greek Mountain Flora
- "Óros Óssa, Greece" on Peakbagger
