This pine-wooded forest
is named after the Prophet Elias
whose walled-in monastery can be found at
the top of the mountain at a height of 720m/2,600
ft..
Profitis Ilias is an important area for
wild flowers including the Cyclamen repandum
and Paeonia clusii ssp rhodia, both of which
thrive at high altitude. April and May are
the best times to visit.
At the charming Elafos and Elafina hotels
resembling to Swiss chalets, there is a
café where you can enjoy the cool
shade and magnificent views to the sea.
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