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| Parnitha | |
|---|---|
| Πάρνηθα | |
 Parnitha as seen from Nea Filadelfeia, Athens | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,413 m (4,636 ft) |
| Prominence | 10 to 15 km, north to south approx. 10 km from east to west |
| Listing | National park |
| Coordinates | 38°10′24″N 23°43′03″E / 38.1734°N 23.7174°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | north of Athens, Greece |
| Parent range | Parnitha |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | climb |
Mount Parnitha (Greek: Πάρνηθα, pronounced [ˈparniθa], Katharevousa and Ancient Greek: Πάρνης Parnis/Parnes; sometimes Parnetha) is a densely forested mountain range north of Athens, the highest on the peninsula of Attica, with an elevation of 1,413 m, and a summit known as Karavola (Καραβόλα). Much of the mountain is designated a national park, and is a protected habitat for wildfowl, first created in 1961. The summit is located 18 km north of Acharnes and about 30 km north of the Athens city center. The mountain covers approximately 250 km² of land. Other peaks include Mavrovouni (Μαυροβούνι), Ornio (1,350 m), Area (1,160 m), Avgo or Avgho (1,150 m), and Xerovouni (Ξεροβούνι, meaning "dry mountain": 1,120 m). It also has two shelters Mpafi and Flampouri.[1] The name of the mountain dates back to ancient times, when it was under the ancient demes of Acharnae and Decelea.
- ^ Parnitha National park, official site.