As we approach the summer period, which is rich in events and activities, it seems useful to look back at the last two years to recall the content and meaning of our activity as a citizen association.
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Letter to the Minister of Climate Change for the impact of investments
The Friends of Paros sent a letter to the Minister of Climate Change, Mr. Christos Stylianidis, regarding the environmental impact of (public and private) investments in Paros.
A new page in the creation of the archaeological-cultural park of the ancient quarries
The efforts to save and promote the ancient marble quarries in Marathi recently took a decisive turn with the establishment of a non-profit company: “Park of Ancient Marble Quarries of Paros”.
Cycladic Culture & Gastronomy Book
Launching of the book “Cycladic Culture and Gastronomy” from the Friends of Paros and Antiparos collection.
Date: 21 July, at 20:00
Venue: Art Space – Studio 265
Κυκλαδικός Πολιτισμός & Γαστρονομία
Παρουσίαση του βιβλίου “Κυκλαδικός Πολιτισμός και Γαστρονομία” από τη συλλογή των Φίλων της Πάρου και της Αντιπάρου.
Ημερομηνία: 21 Ιουλίου, στις 20:00
Χώρος διεξαγωγής: Art space – Studio 265
Φρένο ΣτΕ στη δόμηση στα νησιά;
Τη φέρουσα ικανότητα του νησιού προκρίνει ως βασικό παράγοντα για τις αποφάσεις αναφορικά με την επέκταση της οικιστικής κάλυψης το ΣτΕ, σε μια ιδιαίτερα σημαντική απόφαση, με την οποία ακυρώνει […]
Octopus and tangerine with black-eyed peas (mavromatika)
The octopus is a mainstay of the island’s cuisine.
I would rather die than stay in Syria
Christmas Eve on the island of Paros: a refugee boat capsizes off the coast. 16 people drown. Villagers help at once, but soon discontent emerges. A report. This article from […]
One year is over, and another is coming; the challenges are the same.
The year 2021 has ended, again marked by the pandemic. The Friends have maintained a good level of activity, fuelling the public debate on all issues of importance,
Wind turbines in Paros: The latest worrying developments
For many years, there has been a great concern in Paros that the installation of giant wind turbines on several locations in Paros will be realised one day causing irreversible damage
The FoPA address a letter to the Ministers of Development, Tourism and Environment
Τhe Friends of Paros and Antiparos have addressed a letter to the Ministers of Development, Tourism and Environment about the new tourist resort that is projected in Kolympithres.
The extension of Paros airport shows the wrong way
Some supporters of the Airport Extension have expressed in last weeks several arguments in justification of the planned airport extension, which definitely cannot stay unanswered.
We experienced the refugees’ tragedy on our island
So we have now experienced in our home the tragedy of refugees that has afflicted the last 6-7 years millions of people who lived in areas with acute problems of violence and violation of human rights.
The Friends of Paros and, since three years, of Antiparos: 20 years later!
It has been 20 years since 11 people gathered at the monastery of Agii Anargiri to decide to found a somewhat original association, The Friends of Paros. These 11 people were either born in Paros or had ties to our island for decades.
Why does the airport extension project lead to the “mykonization” of Paros / Antiparos?
The airport extension project leads to the “mykonization” of Paros and Antiparos, destroying economic value, social and environmental quality and their sustainability.
Yes, but
I have already published an article about the airport on TVX, which was very popular. My position is that I am not opposed to the expansion of the airport runway
The Mansions of Paros and Antiparos (The buildings and their creators)
It is a fact that many important subjects and artworks escape us in our daily lives and unfortunately remain unnoticed, especially when they do not receive the proper publicity.
Despotiko 2021: Excavation & Restoration in Sanctuary of Apollo
The Despotiko excavation and restoration project took place this year, despite the difficult condi – tions due to the pandemic.
Greek Education in Paros
It has been many years since we left the 20th century together with some old habits. One of them, to our knowledge … is mass tourism!
Paros and its infrastructures
This year’s tourist season for Paros has been unique, despite the pandemic and concerns raised. The island has succeeded