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80 Χρόνια UNESCO – Εκδήλωση στο Ναύπλιο για την Παγκόσμια Ημέρα Ειρήνης 2025

Υπό την Αιγίδα της Ελληνικής Εθνικής Επιτροπής για την UNESCO, ο Δήμος Ναυπλιέων, η Περιφέρεια Πελοποννήσου, ο Όμιλος Αργολίδας για την UNESCO και η Πρεσβεία της Γεωργίας στην Αθήνα, σε συνεργασία με τον Οργανισμό European Horizons Media Group, το Εθνικό Συμβούλιο Ελλάδος Ομίλων και Κέντρων για την UNESCO, το συγκρότημα «ο Καύκασος» και τον Ροταριανό Όμιλο Αθήναι-Κολωνάκι, διοργανώνουν μία μοναδική εκδήλωση τιμής και πολιτισμού, με αφορμή την 80η επέτειο από την ίδρυση της UNESCO.

Η εκδήλωση θα πραγματοποιηθεί το Σάββατο 20 Σεπτεμβρίου 2025 και ώρα 19:30,
στην Πλατεία Συντάγματος του Ναυπλίου, με κεντρικό θέμα:
«Ειρήνη – Πολιτισμός – Ανθρώπινες Αξίες».
Το κοινό θα έχει την ευκαιρία να απολαύσει ένα ανεπανάληπτο πρόγραμμα με παραδοσιακούς χορούς και τραγούδια από τη Γεωργία, από το φημισμένο Μουσικοχορευτικό Συγκρότημα «ΚΑΥΚΑΣΟΣ». Η βραδιά είναι αφιερωμένη στα 20 χρόνια από τον θάνατο του Αρχιμουσικού – Μαέστρου Οδυσσέα Δημητριάδη, με τη συμμετοχή του Μεικτού Πολυφωνικού Σχήματος της Δημοτικής Χορωδίας Ναυπλίου υπό τη διεύθυνση του Μαέστρου Θεοδόση Αντωνιάδη.

Ο Δήμαρχος Ναυπλιέων κ. Δημήτριος Ι. Ορφανός και η Πρόεδρος του Ομίλου Αργολίδας για την UNESCO, δρ. Μαίρη Μαρούλη – Ζηλεμένου, προσκαλούν το κοινό να παραστεί σε μια βραδιά που ενώνει την πολιτιστική κληρονομιά, την ειρήνη και τις αξίες που σφραγίζουν το έργο της UNESCO εδώ και οκτώ δεκαετίες.

Η εκδήλωση αποτελεί σημείο συνάντησης πολιτισμών και μήνυμα συνεργασίας, φιλίας και αλληλεγγύης, τιμώντας την Παγκόσμια Ημέρα Ειρήνης 2025.

"Ekatompolis" Exhibition: Where Culture Meets Tourism

The "Ekatompolis: The World of Archaic Crete" exhibition at the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion showcases the cultural and political renaissance of Crete during the Archaic and Early Classical periods.

Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni highlighted the unique global value culture brings to Greek tourism and reaffirmed the Ministry’s support for initiatives that enrich travelers' experiences.

Key points:
✔️ Modern museological approach to Crete’s history
✔️ Enhancing Greece’s position as a year-round destination
✔️ Promoting Crete as a global tourism hub where natural beauty, hospitality, and culture converge

Visit the exhibition and explore the timeless charm of Crete!

Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni Addresses the Inauguration of the "Ekatompolis" Exhibition in Heraklion - DIPLOMATIC ISSUES Athens, December 13, 2024 – The connection between culture and tourism, as part of the strategic push for the qualitative development of Greek tourism, was underscored by Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni during her address at the inauguration of the “Ekatompolis: The World of Archaic Crete....

During the 2025 Budget debate, Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni highlighted the record-breaking €22 billion tourism revenue projected for 2024, solidifying Greek tourism as a driving force for the economy!
Key priorities for 2025 include:
✔️ Sustainable growth with upgraded destinations and eco-friendly practices
✔️ Digital innovation to enhance the travel experience with AI technologies
✔️ Investments in niche tourism, including wellness, gastronomy, and maritime tourism
✔️ Strengthened tourism education and workforce development
✔️ Expansion of the “Tourism for All” program to support domestic travel
“Together, we’ve achieved remarkable success—now we aim even higher!” the Minister stated. Let’s continue to make Greece a global tourism leader!

Read more: https://diplomaticissues.com/minister-of-tourism-presents-vision-for-sustainable-growth-in-tourism-sector-during-2025-budget-debate/

Minister of Tourism Presents Vision for Sustainable Growth in Tourism Sector during 2025 Budget Debate - DIPLOMATIC ISSUES “Greek tourism is one of the most significant pillars of our national economy, playing a critical role in advancing both national progress and social cohesion,” stated Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni during her address to Parliament on the 2025 Budget. The Minister outlined the strategy an...

Greek Tourism: A National Success Story

The strategic development of Greek tourism continues to shine as a global example!
Minister of Tourism, Ms. Όλγα Κεφαλογιάννη / Olga Kefalogianni, highlighted the historic achievements of Greece as one of the top 10 global destinations during the “Greek Tourism – A National Affair” conference. With record-breaking visitor numbers and tourism revenue, 2024 is set to be another milestone year!
Key initiatives include:
✔️ Extending the tourism season beyond summer
✔️ Embracing sustainable growth
✔️ Investing in digital innovation and niche tourism sectors such as gastronomy, wellness, and diving
“Tourism remains a pillar of our national economy, offering unique experiences while respecting local communities and the environment,” stated Ms. Kefalogianni.
Together, let’s shape a future where Greek tourism leads the way globally!

Read more: https://diplomaticissues.com/minister-of-tourism-greek-tourism-a-national-affair/

Minister of Tourism Highlights Strategic Development of Greek Tourism at National Conference - DIPLOMATIC ISSUES The Minister of Tourism, Ms. Olga Kefalogianni, emphasized the strategic development of Greek tourism during her address at the conference “Greek Tourism – A National Affair”. She underlined the importance of collaboration between the government, local authorities, stakeholders, and the privat...

A new era for Greek tourism!
The Ministry of Tourism and GNTO launch a groundbreaking collaboration with Monocle to showcase the vibrant and undiscovered sides of Greece.

📖 The brand-new Monocle Handbook: Greece highlights unique destinations, innovative businesses, top-tier museums, and Greece's natural beauty.

Discover how Greece blends tradition, sustainability, and innovation, becoming a global leader in culture and tourism.

🔗 Read more here: https://diplomaticissues.com/ministry-of-tourism-and-gnto-collaboration-with-monocle/

Ministry of Tourism and GNTO Collaboration with Monocle - DIPLOMATIC ISSUES The Minister of Tourism, Ms. Olga Kefalogianni, unveiled the collaboration between the Ministry of Tourism, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), and Monocle during a dedicated event. She emphasized that this initiative highlights "the contemporary, vibrant, and often undiscovered facets o...

"Wishing You a Merry Christmas Along With a Happy New Year"

Κόστα Μπράβα, Λίβανος Η φιλελεύθερη οικογένεια Μπαντρί κατάφερε να ξεφύγει από την τοξική ρύπανση και την κοινωνική αναταραχή της Βηρυτού, βρίσκοντας άσυλο στο ουτοπικό σπίτι που έχτισ...

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28η Οκτωβρίου
Η Ελλάδα γιορτάζει την 81η επέτειο του «ΟΧΙ» και τιμά τους αγωνιστές του 1940

October 28th
commemorates the 81st anniversary of the "Ohi Day" ('No' Day) and honors the heroes of 1940
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🇬🇷28η Οκτωβρίου
Η Ελλάδα γιορτάζει την 81η επέτειο του «ΟΧΙ» και τιμά τους αγωνιστές του 1940

🇬🇷October 28th
commemorates the 81st anniversary of the "Ohi Day" ('No' Day) and honours the heroes of 1940

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