Dear Friends The «Friends of Paros» organisation has now been existing for more than 15 years. Our goal: promote the exchange of ideas and value good practices, those that insure […]
The Bulletin Φίλοι της Πάρου / Friends of Paros / Amis de Paros
Bulletin no.10 – Winter-Spring 2016 / Χειμώνας-Άνοιξη 2016 / Hiver-Printemps 2016
We Stand Together – «Friends of Paros» Αnnual event 2015
On the 10th August, the «Friends of Paros» ceremony took place for the 14th time. More than 210 people attended. This year, the Natural Parc of Paros and the non-for-profit […]
Presentation of the book «Paros Antiparos Despotiko – from prehistory to modern times»
Paros is a popular destination for its geographical location at the center of the Cyclades and the beauty of its landscapes, but only a few visitors know about its ancient […]
The Holland Tunnel Gallery: A gem in the heart of Parikia
This unique art space opened in Paros in 2000, following the instant success of its predecessor, the Holland Tunnel Gallery of New York. Its founders, Paulien Lethen and Heleen Schuttevaer, […]
An archaeological park in the Cyclades
The excavation and restoration works were carried out this year thanks to the courtesy of the AG Leventis and A. & P. Kanellopoulos Foundations, of DIKEMES of Athanasios and Marina […]
poetry by Archilochos
One of my enemies, Saïon of Thrace, now delights my beloved shield which I discarded near a bush and my soul bled But at least I got myself out and […]
Greek Gastronomy Guide
George Pittas is one of the first members of the «Friends of Paros» organization. With his taste and also his tireless travel mood, wanders and transcripts, photographs, captures known as well as uncharted […]
Environmental Observatory of Paros
The «Friends of Paros», working jointly with «Archilochos» and the local committee of the Hellenic Society, have developed the Environmental Observatory of Paros. The three associations signed a cooperation agreement on 30.4.2013 […]
Paros Island’s developmental perspective
There are now serious concerns that Paros current model of development could lead to self-destruction. The rationale behind this thinking is that the island’s current model of tourism development causes […]
3 Hiking trails in Paros
Paros has a core network of approximately 35km of paths. Some are well organized and well marked, some are located in old but exciting trails and some are ideal for adventure […]
Routes in Marpissa
Routes in Marpissa is a three-day, experiential, cultural festival organized by a group of volunteers and takes place every August in Marpissa, Paros. The festival has as its central idea […]
Friends of Paros supports other activities on the island!
Our non-profit organisation attempts since its creation, and with modest funds, to back the activity of other Paros non-profit organisations that work in favour of cultural, social, educative or environmental actions. A […]
Paros Guide
Paros: A place with a rich history, vernacular traditions and natural beauties, Paros Island figures among the best destinations in Europe. It combines traditional architecture, pristine coasts and nature with a vibrant cultural […]
Mizithra pies by Penelope Biza
For the filling: • 2 kg of unsalted cheese (mizithra) • 900g sugar • 6-7 eggs well beaten • 1 teaspoon cinnamon • 5 Vanilla flavour doses For the puff pastry: […]