Astypalea
Energy
Greece’s Astypalaia Island Turns “Green” with Fleet of Electric Cars
Greece's Astypalaia is waving goodbye to petrol and diesel in a groundbreaking project that is introducing electric cars to the Dodecanese island.
As part of the plan, cars are being replaced by electric vehicles (locals and local businesses have been...
Greek News
Greece’s Astypalea Hosts Parkour’s Most Prestigious Competition
The island of Astypalea in Greece hosted the Red Bull Art of Motion 2022 this week which is regarded as the most daring parkour competition in the world.
Sixteen international freerunners showcased gravity-defying stunts and tricks in the stunning setting...
Ancient Greece
Ancient Cemetery for Infants Discovered on Greek Island
The study of the largest ancient Greek cemetery for infants found on Astypalea island in Greece continues, shedding light on the goddess of childbirth
Greece
Greece's Astypalea Aims to Become First Smoke-Free Island
The island of Astypalea, in the Dodecanese, has set the ambitious task of becoming the first Greek island that is "smoke-free".
In a country where smoking is widespread, the local authority announced plans to run the campaign of "Astypalea without...
Greece
South Aegean Regional Council Decides on 25 Seaplane Airports
The South Aegean Regional Council has decided to establish a waterways network with 25 seaplane airports in on Dodecanese and Cyclades islands.
The aim of the waterways system is to resolve consistent transportation needs the islands face, especially during winter....
Archaeology
Ancient Love Inscriptions in Astypalea
The concept of love during the ancient Greek times isn’t that different from nowadays. The only change is the way people used to express their feelings. A lovestruck person today may use graffiti to express passion for his beloved,...
Environment
A Rare Tornado Struck Astypalea
A phenomenon of unprecedented intensity struck a Dodecanese Island, Astypalea. It was a large wedge tornado and a satellite waterspout just behind it, that lasted for more than ten hours, during which trees were uprooted and houses flooded.
The island’s residents reported...