The UNESCO World Heritage Committee makes an official, unanimous decision to inscribe the wider area of Mount Olympus in Greece as a natural and cultural heritage asset of “outstanding universal value.” The decision is taken during the 48th session of the Committee in Busan, South Korea. Greek officials and experts from the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Environment and Energy coordinate the bid, along with experts from relevant bodies, including the National Commission’s participating institutions. The permanent representative of Greece to UNESCO, Giorgos Koumoutsak, leads coordination and engagement with other delegations. According to the reports, the bid faced technical issues raised by an expert committee, which required additional work and adjustments before the final outcome. Greek efforts extend over weeks, including intensive contacts with participating country delegations in the days leading up to the vote, contributing to the eventual positive consensus. UNESCO describes Mount Olympus as the highest mountain in Greece, highlighting the local microclimate shaped by proximity to the sea and steep elevation changes, and the resulting diversity in landscape, climate, and vegetation. It also links the site to Greek mythology, noting the mountain’s association with the Twelve Olympian Gods and its central role in Greek cultural references from ancient authors.