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In the region of the Pyli-Meteora Geopark, a unique event was held to revive old traditional activities, organized by the Municipality of Pyli, offering both young and old an unforgettable experience. Adults passed on the traditions, customs, and values of the wider Geopark area to the children through play, highlighting…
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On June 2, 2024, an impressive event entitled “Light and Sound in Meteora” took place, which captivated the audience with its unique combination of illuminated balloons and musical performances in the magical setting of Meteora. The event, which was organized by the Municipality of Meteora, aimed to promote the landscapes…
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The team of the Meteora – Pyli aspiring UNESCO Global Geopark sent the Organization a voluminous file, where the wealth of the area is recorded. ERT journalist Vangelis Mitrousias crosses the Gate of Thessaly almost every day. Τhe rocks of Meteora dominate the geopark, which is preparing to join the…
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What a great honour it has been to participate in the, called “SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION IN THE UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARKS OF GREECE – CYPRUS”, which took place in Sitia, on May 25 to 27, 2023. The Conference was organized by the UNESCO Global Geopark of Sitia, and the Municipal…
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The Region of Thessaly won three awards at the Tourism Awards 2023 competition, which completed ten years of awarding self-governing bodies and businesses that invest in innovation and quality in tourism. At the great night of Greek Tourism Awards in Athens, the Regional Governor of Thessaly Kostas Agorastos received awards…
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The Region of Thessaly is emerging as a global nature tourism destination with the Geopark of Meteora – Pylis. This is a special collaboration project, with great development potential that leads to an extension of the tourist season in terms of quality and sustainability. The Region of Thessaly, with OFYPEKA,…
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The Municipality of Pyli, the Local Community of Pialeia, and the Cultural Associations of Pialeia cordially invite you to the cultural and conference event: Asklepieia of Pialeia 2025 The event will take place on Sunday 22nd of June at 20:00 in the central square of Pialeia. This event honors the…
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Plant Identification Activity by Mountain Guides & School Connection between Stournaraika and Lesvos To mark World Environment Day, mountain guides, educators, and hikers explored the trails of the unique Gavros geosite in the Meteora–Pyli Geopark, engaging in a plant and animal identification activity using the iNaturalist app. Equipped with mobile…
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BioBlitz Activity at the “Little Meteora” of Gavros – Connecting Schools of Pyli and Lesvos On the occasion of World Environment Day, Mountain Guides from SAEK Trikala are organizing a hands-on BioBlitz environmental education activity in the area of Gavros, Kalampaka, within the Meteora–Pyli Geopark. The activity has a dual…
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The second Koziakas Trail mountain running race concluded with great success, leaving the best impressions according to both athletes and visitors. This race was inspired and organized by local residents who deeply care about their homeland and strive to give it the recognition it deserves. Dedicated to the protection of…
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Informative Event Held at Pyli Town Hall On Thursday, May 22, representatives of cultural associations and organizations from the Municipality of Pyli gathered at Pyli Town Hall for an informative event held in celebration of International Museum Day.The discussion focused on the opportunities and responsibilities arising from the participation of…
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This year’s Koziakas Trail was once again a resounding success, organized with great care by the Association of Professionals of the Mountain Region “Xenios Zeus.” The event took place along the stunning trails of Mount Koziakas (Kerketion), with athlete participation exceeding all expectations!The Meteora – Pyli Geopark and the Municipality…
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Local Product Exhibition Held in Kastraki, Kalampaka The unique flavours, tradition and experience in production, but also the unique environment that produces excellent products, were presented to the residents and visitors of the area by the producers of the Meteora Meteora Gate Geopark. In a unique location, under the sacred…
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“Our land brings forth flavor and tradition” A local product exhibition featuring goods produced within the Meteora – Pyli Geopark will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, 23 April 2025, on the initiative of the Municipalities of Meteora and Pyli, as part of the celebrations for International Mother Earth Day (22 April)….
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Public Consultation Meeting on the ITI of the Meteora-Pyli Geopark Held in the Municipality of Pyli The scheduled public consultation event on the development of the Operational Plan for the Integrated Territorial Investment (ITI) of the Meteora-Pyli Geopark was successfully held today, Holy Tuesday, 15 April 2025, at the Pyli…
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Public Consultation for the ITI of the Meteora-Pyli Geopark Launched with Strong Participation The first of two scheduled consultation events within the framework of drafting the Operational Plan for the Integrated Territorial Investment (ITI) of the Meteora-Pyli Geopark was successfully held today, Thursday, April 10, 2025, in the Municipality of…
View moreThe Meteora-Pyli Geopark moves forward dynamically with the development of the “Operational Design of the Integrated Territorial Investment (ITI)”, making use of one of the most important financial and programming tools of the NSRF 2021–2027 for the implementation of cohesive and targeted development interventions. In this context, two special events…
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Informative meetings for local educators by the Meteora–Pyli Geopark team The educational communities of the Municipalities of Meteora and Pyli are launching the new role of the “Student Ambassador of the Meteora–Pyli Geopark,” aiming to enhance local community participation in promoting the area’s inclusion in the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.Last…
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