Α Proposal for the Ancient Quarries “Trails at the Quarries of Paros” is a design proposal by Marousso Marinopoulou for the area of the Ancient Quarries of Paros, based on her diploma thesis at the School of Architecture, Athens Polytechnic. The main characteristic of the area is the coexistence of different historical periods. So the […]
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Manos Caparis, 1935-2012
A tribute to Manos Caparis, an active and popular member of FoP, who died on 10 December 2012. EMMANUEL CAPARIS Died – Monday 10th December 2012, Buried on Wednesday 12th December 2012 at 3pm in Zographou Cemetery, Athens Emmanuel Caparis, known as Manos, was born in 1935 in Alexandria, Egypt, of Greek parents. His grandfather […]
Paros Tourism Survey: Presentation of Results to Tourism Committee (1.3.2013)
The results of the tourism survey that was carried out by the FoP in 2012 were presented at a meeting of the Municipal Tourism Committee on 1.3.2013 and were extensively discussed. The members of the committee thanked the FoP for their contribution and promised their full support so that the survey can be repeated every […]
Παρουσίαση της έρευνας στην Τουριστική Επιτροπή / Presentation of survey results to Tourism Committee
download powerpoint Η παρουσίαση των αποτελεσμάτων της έρευνας στην Τουριστική Επιτροπή από τον συντονιστή της έρευνας Χάρη Μαρτίνο (1.3.2013). The presentation of the results of the tourism survey to the Municipal Tourism Committee by the coordinator of the project, Haris Martinos, on 1.3.2013.
“Artistic Journey in Paros” from 7 to 15 July 2012 / “Καλλιτεχνικό Οδοιπορικό στην Πάρο” από 7 μέχρι 15 Ιουλίου 2012
A new initiative involving local artists opening their studios to visitors has been organised with KDEPAP. This “open studio” type initiative took place from 7 to 15 July 2012. See brochure with the full programme of this initiative. Μία καινοτομία που οι ΦτΠ οργάνωσαν μαζύ με την ΚΔΕΠΑΠ από 7 μέχρι 15 Ιουλίου είναι […]
Questionnaire / Ερωτηματολόγιο
Following consultations on a working draft of the questionnaire to be used in the survey we have settled for a bilingual English/Greek version. Initial indications suggest that many hoteliers / rooms-to-rent units are not comfortable with the internet or even e-mailing, and therefore a paper version of the questionnaire will be offered as an alternative […]
Tourism Survey: Findings and Conclusions / Έρευνα Τουρισμού: Αποτελέσματα και Συμπεράσματα
Report on the main findings and preliminary conclusions of the 2012 survey Έκθεση με την περίληψη των αποτελεσμάτων και τα προκαταρκτικά συμπεράσματα της έρευνας
Paros Tourism Survey: Findings and Conclusions
The results of the tourism survey that was carried out by the FoP are now available and show that the development of the tourism in Paros can rely on the preponderance of discerning visitors and that there is considerable scope for lengthening the tourist season. They vindicate the aspirations of the FoP and “Paros 2020” […]
Γενική Συνέλευση 2012 / General Assembly 2012
Proceedings of the Annual General Assembly of FoP held on 22.08.11 at Moraitis Winery, Naoussa including the indicative work plan for 2012-2013 [in Greek] and a summary of the main matters discussed with the Mayor of Paros, Mr Vlachogiannis, at a meeting following the General Assembly: 1. The lack of publicity for the recently approved […]
Annual event celebrating 10 years of work by the FoP – 3 August 2012
Οn 3rd August 2012 in the theatre of the Environmental and Cultural Park of Ai Yannis Detis the Friends of Paros together with hundreds of guests celebrated 10 years of continuous work. The evening included a concert with Vassilis Rakopoulos and this year’s distinction of FoP was awarded to the archaologist Fotini Zafeiropoulou. The proceeds […]
Artistic Journey in Paros” 20.07 – 25.08.2013
The Friends of Paros are co-organising for the second year with the municipal agency KDEPAP this activity which aims to contribute towards the development of cultural tourism in Paros. Artists will open their studios from 20 July to 25 August (by appointment) to residents and visitors to Paros.
Πρόσκληση & Δήλωση Συμμετοχής στην Έρευνα / Invitation to Participate and Registration Form
Η πρόσκληση προς όλες τις μονάδες ξενοδοχείων και ενοικιαζομένων δωματίων να πάρουν μέρος στην έρευνα τουρισμού των ΦτΠ και το έντυπο της δήλωσης συμμετοχής (PDF). The invitation to all hotels and rooms-to-rent in Paros to participate in the survey the FoP are planning to launch in June 2012, and the registration form (available only in […]
Letter and Meeting with DEYAP on the need for long-term planning
Following an interview given to “Parianos Typos” in January 2012 by Mr S. Fragoulis, President of DEYAP, on the progress with the installation of a new desalination unit, the FoP sent him a letter and held a meeting with him on 13.02.2012 on the need for a long-term perspective in the management of water resources […]
Open Studios
In a new initiative of the FoP and KDEPAP the artists of Paros opened their studios from 7 to 15 July 2012 and welcomed visitors. It offered an opportunity to Parians to familiarise themselves with the work of artists who live and work in Paros, and created a new attraction for cultural tourism. Over 30 […]
The uniqueness of the archaeological heritage of Paros
The Friends of Paros, the Archaeological Institute of Paros and Cyclades and KDEPAP organised a lecture by the archaeologist Mrs F. Zafeiropoulou on “The uniqueness of the archaeological resources of Paros: the challenge of preserving and promoting them”. The Friends of Paros, the Archaeological Institute of Paros and Cyclades and KDEPAP organised a lecture by […]
Paros 2020: The Action Begins
“Paros 2020” is a vision and strategic plan for the longer-term development of the island, which is being prepared at the initiative of the FoP through a participative and ιnclusive process. Its aim is a “Cycladic, Hospitable and Prosperous Paros”. It’s a plan to address successfully the threats to its character and other challenges from […]
“Paros 2020”: For a Cycladic, Hospitable and Prosperous Paros
Τhe Friends of Paros have initiated the preparation of a long-term vision and strategic plan for the development of the island. Consultation meetings on the initial outline of “Paros 2020” took place on 22.08.2011 at Paros Town Hall and on 28.08.2011 at APOTHIKI Art Center in Parikia. Further work on the development of “Paros 2020” […]
Έρευνα Τουρισμού: Στόχοι και Μεθοδολογία / Tourism Study: Aims and Methodology
Επιστολή των ΦτΠ προς την Επιτροπή Τουρισμού του Δήμου Πάρου με τους στόχους, μεθοδολογία, χρονοδιάγραμμα και πόρους γιά την προτεινόμενη έρευνα. Letter of the FoP to the Tourism Committee of the Municipality of Paros setting out the aims, methodology, timetable and resources of the proposed survey. The letter is available only in Greek.
Editorial Bulletin No. 5 (En)
Dear Friends In 2012 the FoP complete 10 years of continuous work for the preservation of the Cycladic character of Paros and the balanced and sustainable development of the island. Since the summer we have been active in various fields including – as the thinktank of Paros – the further development of the strategic plan […]
Annual Assembly and Elections
The annual assembly of FoP took place on 22.08.11 at Paros Town Hall. It approved the administration council’s report for 2010-11 and the outline of the work plan for 2011-12. It also elected a new administration board. The report highlighted the continuing efforts of FoP to protect the island’s environment including the NATURA site of […]