The Cultural Association of Tholaria, Amorgos and Aegialis Hotel & Spa are pleased to organize, for the 14th consecutive year, the YPERIA International Convention on Tourism and Culture, on 12-17 October 2016 at Amorgos island.
The Convention aims to promote the natural beauty and culture of Amorgos, foster an exchange of ideas on cultural heritage preservation, as well as present and promote current projects on the island of Amorgos. The main scope of discussion will be “Ecology and Tradition: Prospects for the future” with the following topics:
* Folk culture and development in small islands
* European Hiking Trail Certification
* Protection of nature and development in Natura network areas
* The cultural dimension of local products
* Hozoviotissa Monastery of Amorgos, in process of inclusion in UNESCO’s World Heritage List
* Pilot reforestation project in Langada, Amorgos
* The local products of Amorgos
* The promotion of tourism and culture through films
During YPERIA Convention, participants will discover the island, walk the ancient hiking paths, visit the historical monuments, collect aromatic herbs from the mountains, visit the essential oil distillery laboratory, enjoy local products, attend traditional festivities and get introduced to the work of different artists through exhibitions (ceramic, photography, handicraft).
The 7th International Short Tourism Film Festival of Amorgos will take place within the frame of YPERIA.
The Convention will be held in English. Accommodation, food and tours on Amorgos are offered by the organizers. The participation form should be submitted no later than September 1st, 2016.
