Pierian Mountains | |
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![]() Sarakatsana location on the Pierian Mountains | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,193 m (7,195 ft) |
Coordinates | 40°14′06″N 22°10′39″E / 40.23500°N 22.17750°E |
Geography | |
Location | Greece |
Parent range | Natural border between Central Macedonia and West Macedonia |
The Pierian Mountains (or commonly referred to as Piéria) are a mountain range between Imathia, Pieria and Kozani Region, south of the plain of Kambania in Central Macedonia, Greece. The village of Vergina, where the archaeological site of ancient Aigai lies, is built at the foot of these mountains. The highest point in the range is Flampouro at 2,193m (7,195 feet).The Pierian Mountains are the site of the ski resort of Elatochori.