It is the highest mountain on the island, with the altitude of the highest peak reaching a height of 1215 meters. It is known that in antiquity there was taking place the worship of "Atavyros Zeus", while archaeological remains have survived until today. The ascent to the mountain can be done by two different paths while on its slope you will pass from a forest of cypress.
From the top of Atavyros descends the river Kontaris, passing through the green valley and ending at Lardos Bay. The small river hosts the small fish that are found in other places on the island as well. During the summer water is retained only at some points and not throughout its length.