Protected areas and tourism: a good example in Greece oct 18, 2011
Certain protected areas are suited to nature tourism development. If sensitively developed this has been shown to help diversify economies, supplement incomes, and maintain rural communities. A good example of this has been the Prespa wetlands in Greece. A Natura 2000 site with impressive wildlife, Prespa has developed its nature tourism successfully. It employs 50-60 people in jobs that supplement existing incomes, mostly farming. It has promoted wildlife friendly farming practices, extended the tourist season from 2-3 months to all year around, and has helped to stabilise the local rural community for the future.
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