Agrotourism and Ecotourism in Greece

Ecotourism is a form of tourism which purpose is to educate the traveler and to promote respect for different cultures. 

It involves travel to destinations where fauna, flora, and cultural heritage are the primary attractions. Ecotourism focuses on socially responsible travel, environmental  awareness, promotion of sustainable use of biodiversity, and personal education.  

 

Greece is a country of exceptional beauty: it has 16.000 kilometres of coastline and thousands of islands while 80% of the country consists of mountains with protected fauna and flora.

 
It is one of the best countries for cultural tourism: prehistoric findings, Classical and Hellenistic monuments, Medieval castles, Byzantine buildings, Gothic churches, Mosques and traditional villages, create a unique mosaic of different cultures and civilizations.