In the special position of the Laconian valley between two mountains, Mount Taygetos and Mount Parnonas, but also with the blessed presence of the river Evrotas, the olive groves of the Laconian land produce exceptional quality olive oil, known for its benefits and taste throughout the world. In fact, it is said that the oil and olives produced in Laconia "rejoice the heart". Among the 950,000 acres of olive groves there is the rare, century - old tree of Mourtolia, as it is called, the olive oil of which is suitable for medical use.