Trypios Rock (Nea Zoi Skydra)

Myth and Mystery in the New Life of Skydra

Just outside the village of Nea Zoi, in the municipality of Skydra, there is a special geological formation that has been associated with myths and traditions lost in time. The ‘Trypios Vrachos’, as the locals call it, stands out among the rocks of the region because of its characteristic natural hole, which has inspired countless stories.

According to the most famous local tradition, Queen Olympiada, mother of Alexander the Great, passed through this rock before she conceived her son. From this legend was born the belief that the rock has fertility power – a belief that has survived to the present day. Many childless couples visit the site in the hope of a miracle, following rituals such as passing the woman through the hole and sprinkling her with water from the underground spring, which is considered a sanctuary.

The location, near the chapel of Zoodochos Pigi, combines spirituality with impressive natural beauty. The hollow rock is not only a symbol of faith and tradition, but also a point of particular geological interest. The area is ideal for hiking, exploration and even climbing, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers.

Whether you approach Trypio Rock in anticipation of a personal experience, or simply as a curious visitor, you will feel that you are in front of something special. A natural monument that unites myth with landscape and folk belief with the serenity of the countryside.