Editorial - Bulletin No. 9 Dear Friends The overall objective of the Friends of Paros is the preservation of the unique Cycladic character of the island and the further development of the island in a way that is compatible with its character and cultural heritage. Since the establishment of our organisation in 2002, we have made a big effort to support the local authorities ... Continue reading
The Bulletin Φίλοι της Πάρου / Friends of Paros / Amis de Paros
Bulletin no.9 – Summer 2015 / Καλοκαίρι 2015 / Été 2015
Reporting 2014 (en)
“Today’s Hopes” The Annual Event of FoP took place on 4.8.2014 in the Christou Square in Marpissa and included a concert (“The Tango Project”) and the awarding of distinction to young Parians who promote sports and cultural activities through voluntary organisations Environmental Observatory of ... Continue reading
Preparing the future together
Shaping the future together - a wide range of actions and plans Today’s economic, social and political crisis has created severe existential concerns to the society. To some extent, this has undermined the importance of social, ecological and cultural activities. However, for the Community’s short and long-term well-being, it is important not to undermine their importance and ... Continue reading
Annual Event 2015
1st “Sustainable Paros” forum
Sustainable Development and Tourism Saturday 9 May 2015, Paros It is well known that tourism is one of the most lucrative sectors of the Greek economy, especially for the Greek islands and, in our case, Paros. It is also widely accepted that tourism, in its current globalised manifestation, does not always pay heed to the unique features or local customs and distinct ways of ... Continue reading
New Wind Farms on Paros island
New Wind Farms on Paros island « Friends of Paros » Environmental Committee The Friends of Paros (FoP) Association have co-signed together with « Archilochos » and other environmental associations, the financing of the appeal to the State Council against the installation of the new wind farms in Paros. While the FoP are all in favour of renewable sources of energy, they ... Continue reading
Paros Park: Ten realities and one message
Paros Park was created in reaction to the development model of the island’s massive tourism and infrastructure expansion era. Despite the many impasses and alternations that these brought on the island’s morphology and natural environment, this pattern is still the prevailing one today. That said, to the prospect of building yet another « heavy recreational » compound, Paros ... Continue reading
Mobile Mental Health Units
Mobile Mental Health Units - Pilot initiatives in Paros The Association for Regional Development and Mental Health (E.P.A.PS.Y.) was founded in 1988 and has since been continuously active in order to offer an alternative model of psychiatric care in the Community. The Mobile Mental Health Units in the Cyclades, have been providing free mental health services (such as ... Continue reading
Gastronomic destinations and gastronomy networks
A brief summary of the speech that was given by George Pittas during the conference on sustainable development. Gastronomic tourism has increased significantly to become one of today’s most dynamic and creative tourism experiences. While it contributes at the same time, in other sectors of the economy (primary, secondary), it also plays a vital role in creating local ... Continue reading
Ghost nets
A beach full of rubbish and a seabed covered in waste with no fish is not a very attractive sight for visitors. Marine litter causes chronic economic damage to coastal communities and all economic sectors that depend on the sea, as well as irreversible pollution to seawater. This type of pollution not only causes damage to marine life and the local economy, but it also ... Continue reading
The Venetian Castle of Paros
The archaeological and historical heritage of Paros The Venetian medieval Castle is entirely built from pieces taken from Paros ancient city’s marble architectural monuments. Archeologist Giannos Kouragios, refers back to history and shares with us his knowledge of the archaeological and historical heritage of Paros. This is how we learn about the most interesting details ... Continue reading
The Treasures of Greek Gastronomy
Through the history, the nutritional value or the place of origin of the products, together with stories shared by their producers, the writer, George Pittas, attempts a holistic approach to Greek gastronomy. «The Treasures of Greek Gastronomy» is its 6th consecutive book and a deep dive into Hellenism. Products and people, tastes and recipes, myths and history, tradition ... Continue reading
Stuffed Squid, Traditional Parian Recipe
Ingredients for 4 people: Stuffing 4 large squids 1 cup of rice 2 tbs oil 2 tbs blonde raisins 2 tbs Paros capers 2 spring onions 1 tsp fennel 1 tsp mint 1 tsp parsley Salt, Pepper Sauce 2 cups fresh tomatoes 2 tbs Paros capers Salt, whole peppercorns Implementation In a saucepan with olive oil, over medium heat, we steam the onions, the herbs and we add ... Continue reading
Oceanic Feeling in Parian depths
Oceanic feeling. A term of the sea that describes living underwater: being in absolute harmony with the universe, with another human being, with your inner self. Here, Bettina Davou shares with us her experience of diving and the magic of exploring the unique Parian depths. Photos by Sarra Gorretta – Cycladic Diving ... Continue reading
Όσο προχωράς και διαρκείς
του Χρίστου Γεωργούση Η ιστορία σου και η ιστορία μου και ο χείμαρρος του πανδαμάτορα χρόνου που μας αποσαθρώνει σε άμμο. Προσευχές του Αρχίλοχου και λόγια αγάπης σβησμένα στο μάρμαρο απ’ τα πατήματα των παιδιών. Πέτρες της δόξας σκαλοπάτια στις αυλές των σχολείων, εξαρτήματα ξερολιθιάς, βότσαλα στα χωράφια και τις παραλίες, σώματα στους τοίχους και στους δρόμους της ... Continue reading
Honorary event
The Friends of Paros organized a honorary event for one of the most loved contemporary Greek writers, Mrs. Alki Zei. On the 3rd of July 2014, within the premises of Paroikia’s public Library, her new book was presented, an autobiography filled with personal souvenirs. For Alki Zei, life is literature and literature is life. With a deep perspective on the political, social and ... Continue reading
4th Artistic Journey in Paros
For visiting the Parian artists’ workshops, do not hesitate to contact them about their opening hours. ... Continue reading