The slopes of mount Prophet Elias are wholly covered by pines and cypresses, rare species of shrubs and plants such as Paeonia rhodia, and orchids (10 species grow only in Rodos). In acknowledgement of its great monuments, beauty and uniqueness, the area starting from Kamiros and including Prophet Elias, Atavyros, Akramytis, Kymisala, Vasilikos, Fournoi and Prasonisi has has been granted a special protection status under NATURA 2000 EU program.
Source: www.rodosisland.gr