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It was the home of the 12 main gods (the Olympic gods).

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The Greeks believed in many gods. Mount Olympus was so high that they thought it touched the sky. Many deities of Greek Mythology, including the king of gods Zeus, live there.

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Mount Olympus was where most of the gods lived. It is the highest peak in Greece, and one of the highest in Europe.

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How did Mount Olympus fall?

In Greek mythology Mount Olympus did not fall.


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Well,according to Greek Mythology no mortal could never reach the top of Mount Olympus.


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Who is king of gods and lives on Mount Olympus?

Zeus (Jupiter in Roman mythology) was the King of the gods and lived on Mount Olympus.


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What does mountain have to do with Greek mythology?

Mount Olympus is where the gods lived.


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Yes. In Greek mythology.


What does Mount Olympus look like in Greek Mythology?

There are many gods and goddesses who live on Mount Olympus so it must be very nice.


What is the mythical purpose of mount Olympus?

The mythical purpose of Mount Olympus was that it was a home to the 12 Olympians in Greek Mythology. They had a castle there, and they each had thrones.