DOCSLIB.ORG

A World to Experience 3 5

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
A World to Experience 3 5 A World To Experience 3 5 Index Naxos at a glance 4 -5 Naxos nature 6 - 13 Naxos in myth and legend 14 - 19 A place in history 20 - 23 Culture 24 - 31 The churches of Naxos 32 - 39 Art and people 40 - 43 Chora, Naxos 44 - 57 The villages of Naxos 58 - 99 Beaches 100 - 117 Walking trails of cultural interest 118 - 130 Cycling routes 131- 135 Activities 136 - 151 Naxos products 152 - 161 Gastronomy 162 - 169 Festivals and events 170 - 179 Celebrations and fetes 180 - 183 Nightlife 184 - 185 Business meetings 186 Weddings and Honeymoons 187 The Basics: Getting to Naxos - Useful phones 188 - 191 Credits 192 7 Naxos at a glance If you were asked how you imagined the place where Zeus, the father of the 12 ancient Greek gods, was raised, chances are your reply would include the following: fertile, imposing, exuding primeval Naxos is at the center of majesty. Aegean sea routes. With its long history, important If you were asked what you monuments and intense imagined to be the dominant tourist life, it occupies a features on the island where distinct place among the Dionysus, the god of merriment, Cycladic islands. No matter how many days you stay on was born and raised, you would Naxos, there will always surely probably include fun, song and be more hidden niches to dance. discover, beaches you haven’t If, finally, you were asked how seen, towers and forts you did not have time to visit, ancient you imagined the scene of the temples whose secrets remain wedding of Dionysus and princess a mystery. Ariadne, you would probably respond, “Enchanting, almost magical…”. This is Naxos. A big island in the heart of the Aegean Sea, with imposing mountain massifs and fertile valleys, inhabited by cheerful people with a tradition in music and dance, and full of beauty that enchants visitors. 9 Naxos Naxos flora The Cyclades in general and Naxos in particular have a rich flora, with mainly nature European features but also with elements from Western Asia and North Africa. Due to the large number of natural habitats and its significant water resources - at least by Cycladic standards - Naxos boasts a wide variety of species, with “If paradise was on Earth, it would be here,” wrote Nikos Ka- more than 963 recorded flowering plants zantzakis, Greece’s foremost 20th century writer, about the short (of which 51 are encountered only in the Aegean region) 12 only in the Cyclades spell he spent as a teenager in Naxos’s fertile valley of Eggares. and four are endemic of Naxos (Cerastium runemarkii, Buple urumaira, Erysimum The nature of Naxos talks to the heart of every artist with its naxense, Symphytum naxicola). authenticity, richness and simplicity. The island is marked by great In contrast to island plant communities, many characteristic trees - particularly variety: mountains with ravines, caves and gullies shade verdant Allium Ampeloprasum cultivated ones- are not indigenous but valleys with olive, fig, orange, lemon trees and vineyards, abundant have been imported from other parts of waters. The valleys end at smooth, sandy beaches adorned with the planet, as far back as antiquity: the tame olive tree (southern Turkey), the juniper and tamarisk trees; villages are surrounded by fields and carob tree (Middle East), the giant reed vegetable gardens; migratory birds find refuge on trees, while wild (SE Asia), the broad-leaved oak tree, the pigeons and swifts in the inaccessible coastal rocks. Protected chestnut and Aleppo pine trees (mainland biotopes with rare fauna and flora complete the mosaic of an Greece), the mulberry tree (Far East), the eucalyptus (Australia), as well as opuntia island that offers the visitor all the lavish gifts of nature. But the - or prickly pear- and agave plants seabed around Naxos also offers another, exciting world, with (Central America) etc. marine ecosystems of astounding beauty, huge variety, reefs and Some of the most important and characteristic plant communities of Naxos rocks full of life, meadows of Posidonia oceanica with colorful are found on the dwarf bush steppe, plates and reefs. Just pick your route, either on or off shore, and which - if not overgrazed- displays an abandon yourself to the magic of Naxos’s nature. The thrill is there impressive number of species. The dwarf throughout the year. bush ecosystems occupy a large part of the island, especially areas that suffered from wildfires in the past and without a deep soil. Geomorphology Relict Oak grove Naxos has an area of 430sq.km and coast is an endless string of long, sandy a coastline of 148km. It is a mostly beaches. Naxos’s geological structure mountainous island, with a widely mainly consists of stone transformed into alternating landscape (mountaintops, marble, emery, slate e.t.c.. The western torrents, gorges and caves, predominantly section is dominated by granite, to which encountered in the northwestern, the beaches owe their formation. The northeastern and southeastern sections significant alternations in geomorphology of the island). The flat areas (basins, and the climatic conditions of the plateaus, valleys) are found in the central hinterland make Naxos a unique island and southwestern parts. The greatest part which combines the rarity of the Cycladic of the island’s coastline is laced by pretty landscape with the beauty of mainland beaches, while almost the entire western Greece. 11 On flysch (slate) substrates, theOphrys Calypsus Naxos fauna dwarf bush is typically dominated by the broom (Genista acanthoclada) Naxos boasts a varied topography and a population or were - most likely - while on limestone substrates thyme broad range of different natural habitats. imported during the previous centuries - a (Coridothymus capitatus) predominates. From the coastline to the mountain frequent practice during Venetian rule. Perennial plants in dwarf bush peaks, the various ecosystems alternate Rodents, shrews and bats have not been ecosystems have certain common harmonically, offering habitats to the adequately studied to date, which also features: they are usually thorny or have richest community of fauna species in the goes for almost all invertebrates (insects, fragrant foliage and frequently shed their Cyclades. spiders, snails, worms etc.) leaves in summer - at least in part. Many The most common species of marine The amphibians and reptiles on Naxos of the aromatic plants that are used in mammals encountered in the waters have been investigated relatively well. The European cuisine, such as thyme, savory around Naxos are the striped dolphin Cyclades are known for their abundant and oregano, are found growing wild in (Stenella coeruleoalba), and to a lesser herpetofauna, and Naxos is no exception. this ecosystem. extent the bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops The Green toad (Bufo viridis) and the Naxos used to be densely forested. truncatus), usually when they follow Balkan frog (Pelophylax kurtmuelleri), the Remnants of the old forests and schools of fish and squid during their only two amphibian species on Naxos, are Mediterranean shrubs (maquis) can seasonal movements through the eastern frequently found in the same wetlands still be found in remote areas of the Cyclades. The eastern side of the island as the Balkan pond turtle (Mauremys island, particularly where some water is Hypericum perforatum still harbors a few individuals of the rivulata), which lives in the larger present in the subsoil. However, even in critically endangered Mediterranean perennial sources of water. dry and calcareous soils, such as those monk seal (Monachus monachus), while Visitors ought to be aware that any other that dominate the southeastern part of loggerhead turtles (Caretta caretta) – tortoise species encountered are not the island, Phoenician juniper (Juniperus another species of conservation concern- indigenous to Naxos, and have probably phoenicea) scrub or open woodland can are frequently sighted. been freed by well-meaning animal lovers be found. Laudakia stellio who did not realize that their survival The sandy region of Alyko harbors one would be very difficult. of the biggest stands of Large-fruited Naxos hosts several species of lizards, juniper (Juniperus macrocarpa) in Greece. such as the conspicuous Rough-tailed Also in mountainous Naxos, there are agama (Stellagama stellio), a large lizard small areas of regenerated Kermes oaks often seen basking on dry stone walls. (Quercus coccifera) and Cretan maple Even more common, especially on dry (Acer sempervirens). stone walls, is the smaller Aegean wall Lastly, below the peak of Mt. Zas, there lizard (Podarcis erhardii), the males of survives a relict stand of large Holm oaks which sport anterior green backs during (Quercus ilex), a leftover from the island’s the in spring mating season. wooded past. The best time of the year to Two species of small gecko, the grey- become acquainted with the Naxian flora Orchis Anatolica colored Kotschyi’s gecko (Mediodactylus is the period between late March and mid- kotschyi), and especially the pinkish June when most plants flower. Mediterranean house gecko (Hemidactylus Many interesting species can be easily turcicus) can be observed commonly observed along the various hiking trails near house lights during warm nights. In of the island. In general, little-grazed Among terrestrial mammals, hares contrast, the large-bodied and shy Balkan areas in the mountains and in northern (Lepus europaeus), rabbits (Oryctolagus green lizard (Lacerta trilineata) prefers Naxos, but also in the Tragea region, cuniculus), hedgehogs (Erinaceus thickets and areas with dense vegetation. offer the best opportunities to enjoy the roumanicus) and stone marten (Martes Finally, two smooth-scaled species of local plants. More specialized habitats foina) are the best-known and most lizard, the Ocellated skink (Chalcides such as wet meadows and cliff faces in frequently-sighted wild species. The ocellatus) and the small European gorges harbor further interesting flowers relatively poor and dispersed bibliography, snake-eyed skink (Ablepharus kitaibelii) and rare chasmophytes.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Panasea Villa Naxos
    P ANASEA V ILLA N AXOS 5 Bedroom villa in Naxos island PANASEA is a haven of peace and serenity, in perfect dialogue with the natural beauty of Kalados, the protected Southwestern coast of Naxos. Wisely nested in a seascape that offers freedom, inspiration and healing that combine to restore a sense of what is truly important in life; panasea villa embodies the values of its playful name, that recalls Panakeia, the ancient Greek goddess of healing. Surrounded by a coastline of wild Cycladic purity with the Aegean Sea lapping on the villa’s shores, a profound experience of solitude and rejuvenation, joyfully awakens the residence’s guests. IDEAL FOR: Couples | Family | Honeymoon | Gay Friendly VILLA FEATURES AT EXTRA COST Digital Cable TV DISTANCES Small beach at villa: 100 m (110 yards) Capacity: 10 / Max adults 8 Personal chef to cook for you Washing Machine - Clothes Dryer Dishwasher Kalados Beach: 1 km (0.62 miles) Villa’s Square Meters incl. Breakfast, daily delivery Air Conditioning Naxos Town: 45 km (28 miles) Transfer Outdoors areas: 5195 m² Heating Naxos port: 48 km (30 miles) Villa’s Square Meters: 220 m² Car hire- Motorcycle hire- Hair Dryer Naxos airport: 33 km (20 miles) Total Bedrooms: 5 Bicycle rental- Fridge Freezer Filoti village: 24 km (15 miles) Total Bathrooms: 5 Laundry / Dry clean services Microwave LOCATION Kitchen: fully equipped Excursions / Guided Tours Kettle Personal trainer (yoga / Pilates) Electric Kitchen Stove Panasea villa is located on Kalados, the protected Free Wi-Fi Southwestern coast of Naxos, and boasts Personal doctor on call Kitchen Utensils Filter Coffee Machine breathtaking sea-views towards the small Cycladic Massage islands to the south.
    [Show full text]
  • The Best of Greece
    05_598317 ch01.qxd 10/5/05 11:06 PM Page 6 1 The Best of Greece Greece is, of course, the land of ancient sites and architectural treasures—the Acrop- olis in Athens, the amphitheater of Epidaurus, and the reconstructed palace at Knos- sos among the best known. But Greece is much more: It offers age-old spectacular natural sights, for instance—from Santorini’s caldera to the gray pinnacles of rock of the Meteora—and modern diversions ranging from elegant museums to luxury resorts. It can be bewildering to plan your trip with so many options vying for your attention. Take us along and we’ll do the work for you. We’ve traveled the country extensively and chosen the very best that Greece has to offer. We’ve explored the archaeological sites, visited the museums, inspected the hotels, reviewed the tavernas and ouzeries, and scoped out the beaches. Here’s what we consider the best of the best. 1 The Best Travel Experiences • Making Haste Slowly: Give yourself preparing you for the unexpected in time to sit in a seaside taverna and island boat schedules! See chapter 10, watch the fishing boats come and go. “The Cyclades.” If you visit Greece in the spring, take • Leaving the Beaten Path: Persist the time to smell the flowers; the against your body’s and mind’s signals fields are covered with poppies, that “this may be pushing too far,” daisies, and other blooms. Even in leave the main routes and major Athens, you’ll see hardy species attractions behind, and make your growing through the cracks in con- own discoveries of landscape, villages, crete sidewalks—or better yet, visit or activities.
    [Show full text]
  • Cyprus Tourism Organisation Offices 108 - 112
    CYPRUS 10000 years of history and civilisation CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 5 CYPRUS 10000 years of history and civilisation 6 THE HISTORY OF CYPRUS 8200 - 1050 BC Prehistoric Age 7 1050 - 480 BC Historic Times: Geometric and Archaic Periods 8 480 BC - 330 AD Classical, Hellenistic and Roman Periods 9 330 - 1191 AD Byzantine Period 10 - 11 1192 - 1489 AD Frankish Period 12 1489 - 1571 AD The Venetians in Cyprus 13 1571 - 1878 AD Cyprus becomes part of the Ottoman Empire 14 1878 - 1960 AD British rule 15 1960 - today The Cyprus Republic, the Turkish invasion, 16 European Union entry LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) 17 - 36 LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) 37 - 54 LARNAKA 55 - 68 PAFOS 69 - 84 AMMOCHOSTOS (FAMAGUSTA) 85 - 90 TROODOS 91 - 103 ROUTES Byzantine route, Aphrodite Cultural Route 104 - 105 MAP OF CYPRUS 106 - 107 CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION OFFICES 108 - 112 3 LEFKOSIA - NICOSIA LEMESOS - LIMASSOL LARNAKA PAFOS AMMOCHOSTOS - FAMAGUSTA TROODOS 4 INTRODUCTION Cyprus is a small country with a long history and a rich culture. It is not surprising that UNESCO included the Pafos antiquities, Choirokoitia and ten of the Byzantine period churches of Troodos in its list of World Heritage Sites. The aim of this publication is to help visitors discover the cultural heritage of Cyprus. The qualified personnel at any Information Office of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation (CTO) is happy to help organise your visit in the best possible way. Parallel to answering questions and enquiries, the Cyprus Tourism Organisation provides, free of charge, a wide range of publications, maps and other information material. Additional information is available at the CTO website: www.visitcyprus.com It is an unfortunate reality that a large part of the island’s cultural heritage has since July 1974 been under Turkish occupation.
    [Show full text]
  • Godsheroes Childrens Lettersize
    Dear Friends, In the 17th century, the notion began to develop in England and other European countries that knowledge of classical antiquity was essential to a child’s education in order to understand the roots of Western civilization. The need to travel to the lands that gave rise to Western traditions is as strong today as it was 300 years ago. We are pleased to inform you of this program offered by Thalassa Journeys for families to explore the most important ancient centers of Greece, places that have contributed so much to the formation of our civilization. Thalassa Journeys has hosted similar programs for members and friends of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and other prestigious organizations. The tour, solely sponsored and operated by Thalassa Journeys, will provide a joyful learning experience for the entire family – children, parents, and grandparents. Please note: children must be age 5 and above to participate in the programs. The itinerary is designed to enlighten the senses and inflame the imagination of people of all ages and to awaken their minds to the wonders of classical antiquity including the Acropolis and its glorious past. Young explorers and adults will delve into the Bronze Age Mycenaean civilization and the world of Homer. They will discover the citadel of Mycenae, home of Agamemnon. At the magnificent 4th century BC Theater of Epidaurus, families will learn about ancient Greek drama and consider the connections between theatrical performances and healing; in Nemea, one of the four places where in antiquity athletic contests were held, children will compete in mock races in the original ancient stadium.
    [Show full text]
  • Visualizing the Byzantine City the Art of Memory
    Abstracts Visualizing the Byzantine City Charalambos Bakirtzis Depictions of cities: in the icon “Allegory of Jerusalem on High,” two cities are depicted, one in the foothills and the other at the edge of a rocky mountain. The lengthy inscription of the icon is of interest from a town-planning and architectural standpoint. The imperial Christian city: in the mosaics of the Rotunda in Thessalonike, the city is not shown with walls, but with palaces and other splendid public buildings, declaring the emperor’s authority as the sole ruler and guarantor of the unity of the state and the well-being of cities, which was replaced by the authority of Christ. The appearance of the walled city: all the events shown in the mosaics (seventh century) of the basilica of St. Demetrios are taking place outside the walls of the city, probably beside the roads that lead to it. The city’s chora not only protected the city; it was also protected by it. A description of the city/kastron: John Kameniates lived through the capture of Thessalonike by the Arabs in the summer of 904. At the beginning of the narrative, he prefixes a lengthy description/encomium of Thessalonike. The means of approaching the place indicate that the way the city is described by Kameniates suits a visual description. Visualizing the Late Byzantine city: A. In an icon St. Demetrios is shown astride a horse. In the background, Thessalonike is depicted from above. A fitting comment on this depiction of Thessalonike is offered by John Staurakios because he renders the admiration called forth by the large Late Byzantine capitals in connection with the abandoned countryside.
    [Show full text]
  • USF Board of Trustees ( March 7, 2013)
    Agenda item: (to be completed by Board staff) USF Board of Trustees ( March 7, 2013) Issue: Proposed Ph.D. in Integrative Biology ________________________________________________________________ Proposed action: New Degree Program Approval ________________________________________________________________ Background information: This application for a new Ph.D is driven by a recent reorganization of the Department of Biology. The reorganization began in 2006 and was completed in 2009. The reorganization of the Department of Biology, in part, reflected the enormity of the biological sciences, and in part, different research perspectives and directions taken by the faculty in each of the respective areas of biology. Part of the reorganization was to replace the original Ph.D. in Biology with two new doctoral degrees that better serve the needs of the State and our current graduate students by enabling greater focus of the research performed to earn the Ph.D. The well-established and highly productive faculty attracts students to the Tampa Campus from all over the United States as well as from foreign countries. The resources to support the two Ph.D. programs have already been established in the Department of Biology and are sufficient to support the two new degree programs. The reorganization created two new departments; the Department of Cell Biology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology (CMMB) and the Department of Integrative Biology (IB). This proposal addresses the creation of a new Ph.D., in Integrative Biology offered by the Department of Integrative Biology (CIP Code 26.1399). The name of the Department, Integrative Biology, reflects the belief that the study of biological processes and systems can best be accomplished by the incorporation of numerous integrated approaches Strategic Goal(s) Item Supports: The proposed program directly supports the following: Goal 1 and Goal 2 Workgroup Review: ACE March 7, 2013 Supporting Documentation: See Complete Proposal below Prepared by: Dr.
    [Show full text]
  • Features Lifestyle
    Established 1961 13 Lifestyle Features Tuesday, October 27, 2020 he moonlight is the only light in the port, where business was thriving after without visitors in the wind-battered vil- alleys of Mikro Chorio, the ancient 1947 when the Dodecanese islands were lage. Not far from there, the fortified town Tcapital of the Greek island of Tilos. annexed by Greece from Italy. By the of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage And as in many other abandoned vil- 1960s the school that had once served Site since 1989, has become a major lages in Greece, they only come back to 180 pupils was also transferred to the attraction, one of the 10 most-visited life for the tourists. When night falls, port and Mikro Chorio’s three cafes sites in Greece. Tourists flock to its Mikro Chorio (Little Village in Greek) closed. paved alleys, admiring the elaborate rewakens, as a handful of visitors sip frescos of the Byzantine churches and cocktails at the small bar-museum at the ‘Crazy dream’ visiting the town’s monastery, which is foot of the ruins. “We are trying to bring it Aliferis, who hails from the still occupied, even if the town itself was back to life,” said the bar’s owner Peloponnese in western Greece, discov- deserted in 1950. Spinalonga, a small Giorgos Aliferis. For years now, between ered the abandoned village of Mikro abandoned island off Crete, still attracts 11:00 pm and midnight, he has been Chorio in the 1980s, after he arrived on tourists captivated by its dramatic past. going in his little van to pick up cus- the island when his brother, a doctor, There, in the Venetian fortress that has tomers from Livadia, the island’s port, went to work there.
    [Show full text]
  • The Latins in Greece: a Brief Introduction
    chapter 1 The Latins in Greece: A Brief Introduction Nickiphoros I. Tsougarakis The Fourth Crusade and the sack of Constantinople by the crusaders cast a long shadow on Greece’s subsequent history and on relations between Greeks and western Europeans down to the present day. Pope John Paul ii’s apology to the Orthodox for the events of the crusade, in 2001, and the satisfaction with which it was received by certain sections of the clergy and of wider Greek soci- ety serves to illustrate, if not the actual impact of the events themselves, at least popular perceptions of the events in Greece and the West as well as the use made of these events in 20th-century historiography. Today, the relations of the medieval western world with the Greek/Byzantine East may be more relevant than ever. The Eurozone crisis of the early 2010s has been accompa- nied by the re-emergence in segments of the press and society (both Greek and western European) of negative national stereotypes emphasising the differ- ences between Greek and western-European culture and questioning whether a union between the two is viable or indeed desirable. The terms ‘Latin Greece’, which features in the title of this volume, and ‘medieval Greece’, which also features in the book, may require some explana- tion. Here, they are used as shorthand to refer to the Latin polities that were founded on Byzantine lands in the aftermath of the Fourth Crusade. They can be taken therefore as rough synonyms for the political entity known as the Latin Empire of Constantinople or Romania, as it was more commonly called by Latin contemporaries.
    [Show full text]
  • And Macedonia (Pp
    Summer 2018 - Greece (pp. 1-9) and Macedonia (pp. 9 -16) - Elly’s notes I traveled to Greece for a second summerschool (see here for the first). I left Arizona on a Monday morning and arrived in Thessaloniki on Tuesday afternoon before traveling on to Naxos on Wednesday. Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and the capital of the Greek province of Macedonia. After Naxos, I would be traveling to the Republic of Macedonia which, under Greek pressure, may be changing its name to the Republic of Northern Macedonia (more below). Of course, some Greek nationalists don’t want the name Macedonia mentioned at all and some Macedonians don’t like the change either. When I was here, a scandal erupted of meddling by the Russians who don’t want this `deal’ either since it will pave the way for Macedonia to join NATO. Thessaloniki was built and rebuilt many times: it went from a pre-historic settlement to Macedonian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. Its fire in 1917 made it possible to plan a new city (see picture below). It was on the Via Egnatia (as is Ohrid) which connected Rome to Istanbul and is now a footpath. Old city walls are still around. Thessaloniki’s grid Typical building 1 More varied building styles Thessaloniki citywalls From Thessaloniki, I went to Naxos for the summer school (with some 35 participants some of whom are shown below). Naxos continues to be a wonderful place: lots of history, swimming, and hiking. Some highlights follow below. Summer school (these two pictures are by Kristel Fischer) 2 Moni Chrisostomou overlooks the chora of Naxos; two nuns remain in the monastery, which has a most beautiful church.
    [Show full text]
  • Your Itinerary Includes Hellenic Float 5 Days, 4 Nights – Mykonos, Naxos
    Hellenic Float 5 days, 4 nights – Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Sikinos, Santorini Your Itinerary Includes 4 Nights Accommodations on a catamaran All Round Trip Vehicle Transfers from port / hotel Breakfast and One Meal Daily prepared by the staff All Port Taxes, Fuel and Fuel Taxes and Local Service Charges Oia, Santorini Hellenic Float – 5 Days, 4 Nights – Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Sikinos, Santorini Day 1 – Mykonos (L or D) After breakfast, your Hellenic Holidays transfer representative, will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the port of Mykonos for the start of your Cycladic sailing adventure. During your sail, you will experience some of the less visited islands for an authentic experience. be greeted and driven to your hotel. Overnight is on the vessel. Day 2 – Naxos (B and L or D) Welcome to Naxos! Naxos is and always has been a crossroad, where archaeologists, historians and scholars of all kinds can meet, drawn by the importance of the culture which has flourished on the island down the centuries. Naxos is also known for its sandy beaches and spectacular cuisine. Overnight is on the vessel. Day 3 – Paros (B and L or D) Welcome to Paros! Paros is most famous in antiquity for its fine marble. Spend the day enjoying the crystal blue waters of some of the island’s finest beaches as well as some of the traditional villages. Overnight is on the vessel. Day 4 – Sikinos (B and L or D) Welcome to Sikinos! Enjoy the day enjoying this off the beaten path island and its sandy beaches.
    [Show full text]
  • The Conservation Biology of Tortoises
    The Conservation Biology of Tortoises Edited by Ian R. Swingland and Michael W. Klemens IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group and The Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology Occasional Papers of the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC) No. 5 IUCN—The World Conservation Union IUCN Species Survival Commission Role of the SSC 3. To cooperate with the World Conservation Monitoring Centre (WCMC) The Species Survival Commission (SSC) is IUCN's primary source of the in developing and evaluating a data base on the status of and trade in wild scientific and technical information required for the maintenance of biological flora and fauna, and to provide policy guidance to WCMC. diversity through the conservation of endangered and vulnerable species of 4. To provide advice, information, and expertise to the Secretariat of the fauna and flora, whilst recommending and promoting measures for their con- Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna servation, and for the management of other species of conservation concern. and Flora (CITES) and other international agreements affecting conser- Its objective is to mobilize action to prevent the extinction of species, sub- vation of species or biological diversity. species, and discrete populations of fauna and flora, thereby not only maintain- 5. To carry out specific tasks on behalf of the Union, including: ing biological diversity but improving the status of endangered and vulnerable species. • coordination of a programme of activities for the conservation of biological diversity within the framework of the IUCN Conserva- tion Programme. Objectives of the SSC • promotion of the maintenance of biological diversity by monitor- 1.
    [Show full text]
  • To the Sun, Flying
    Calliope (1954-2001) Volume 4 Spring 1958 Article 22 Spring 1958 To the Sun, Flying Barbara Troy Western Michigan University Follow this and additional works at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/calliope Part of the Creative Writing Commons Recommended Citation Troy, Barbara (1958) "To the Sun, Flying," Calliope (1954-2001): Vol. 4 , Article 22. Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/calliope/vol4/iss3/22 This Poetry is brought to you for free and open access by the English at ScholarWorks at WMU. It has been accepted for inclusion in Calliope (1954-2001) by an authorized editor of ScholarWorks at WMU. For more information, please contact wmu- [email protected]. My reaction came swiftly, and I was totally unprepared for its lack of feeling. I had tbought that I understood myself, but I was wrong. It was as if I were on a train, thinking it bound for a destin- ation, only to find myself going in the opposite direction and finding that I had really wanted to go there all the while. I began to be warmed with the insight and the first penetration of an almost metaphysical truth of feeling. Everything suddenly came flashing bril- liantly into focus for me-the day, my wife, our daughter, and for the first time in a long while, myself. The car whistled down the wind- ing ribbon of road, and we were all laughing. TO THE SUN. ·FLYING For roles I've played, my life has spanned a too-short time, And now before I've studied it or barely read the script, I find myself playing Icarus, son of Daedalus, And feel beneath my feet the Minos soil.
    [Show full text]