The Nisyros Geopark gained international recognition as he joined the Network of UNESCO Global Geoparks during the recent meeting of the International Organization.

The island’s candidacy was filed in November 2021, with the contribution of specialized scientific staff by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (Professor Legal manufacture and professor Nastos Panagiotis) and the International University of Greece (professor Emanouloudis Dimitrios). Supplementary data was submitted in January 2025, completing the evaluation process of the Geopark.

International recognition for Nisyros

According to a statement by the Mayor of Nisyros, Christopherthis recognition “It represents a landmark for our island and highlights Nisyros’s unique natural and cultural wealth“, but also the importance of the surrounding islands Pergosa; Thickness; Cannon; Round and the marine area that connects them. In these areas, as he says, “a rare geological mosaic unique in the world“, which opens new prospects for the protection and promotion of the area.

As the mayor points out, “It is an opportunity to ensure that the island’s natural beauty and geological heritage will remain intact, while creating sustainable growth prospects for the local community”. He highlights the ‘Great responsibility marked by the particular distinction“, calling for the implementation of strict and integrated strategies for conservation and protection of the natural environment, geological formations and cultural wealth of Nisyros.

A living workshop of nature

The Nisyros Geopark characterized as one “livestock“Natural processes, with separate geological formations and landscapes shaped by the area’s volcanic eruptions. As the mayor points out,”The protection of these natural resources is vital, not only for the preservation of natural heritage, but also to ensure a viable future for future generations”.

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