By Richa Singh
With the changing time and busy schedules, what more one can ask for other than an ideal place to spend their vacations? Away from the vehicles running all day long on the road and workplaces where you are fixed in front of your machines, lies a village, Sigri, which offers you the comfort one longs for.
A small fishing village, hiding away from all the noises of the city, so clean and pure, Sigri, is a worthwhile place to take a break. It is a natural beauty, has great restaurants, friendly people and ample accommodations which make it a dream destination for travelers who want to experience the Greek islands without all the bells and whistles of mass tourism. I spent four most relaxing days of my life being there. It is not very a tourist destination and this is what keeps is distinct. Living in a place like Sigri could be quite challenging for a city person. The lifestyle, habits and attitude towards the life was so easy going and way different. The people are so calm and welcoming to your questions and queries. But the question is that will this increasing tourism will let the village live sustainably or once it exceeds its carrying capacity how would the villagers react to this.
It is a very general fact that tourism helps as a major factor when it comes to economical and regional growth of a region. And this holds true in this case as well.
There are so many reasons lying in this small place that unknowingly attracts you to visit it.” You scratch the surface and find the wealth of offerings from this small village.” The unexploited shallow beaches are just so perfect to lie down with your friends and family and enjoy the time of your lifetime. There is a tavern on the beachside who serves you with the fresh sea food (fish, lobsters and octopus). You find two or three tourist shops which sell the village made goods. Even these shops are not fully loaded and over crowded with the tourist. The prices are genuine and encourage the tourist to buy. One of the major attractions of the village is the Petrified Forest and the museum. This museum gives you a wealth of information and some spectacular examples of petrified wood.
“Sustainable tourism is about refocusing and re-adapting. A balance must be found between limits and usage so that tourism can be managed. Economic, social and environmental aspects of sustainable development must include the interests of all stakeholders including local people and communities, visitors, industry and government.” And I found Sigri to be a perfectly balanced with all interests.
With the changing time and busy schedules, what more one can ask for other than an ideal place to spend their vacations? Away from the vehicles running all day long on the road and workplaces where you are fixed in front of your machines, lies a village, Sigri, which offers you the comfort one longs for.
A small fishing village, hiding away from all the noises of the city, so clean and pure, Sigri, is a worthwhile place to take a break. It is a natural beauty, has great restaurants, friendly people and ample accommodations which make it a dream destination for travelers who want to experience the Greek islands without all the bells and whistles of mass tourism. I spent four most relaxing days of my life being there. It is not very a tourist destination and this is what keeps is distinct. Living in a place like Sigri could be quite challenging for a city person. The lifestyle, habits and attitude towards the life was so easy going and way different. The people are so calm and welcoming to your questions and queries. But the question is that will this increasing tourism will let the village live sustainably or once it exceeds its carrying capacity how would the villagers react to this.
It is a very general fact that tourism helps as a major factor when it comes to economical and regional growth of a region. And this holds true in this case as well.
There are so many reasons lying in this small place that unknowingly attracts you to visit it.” You scratch the surface and find the wealth of offerings from this small village.” The unexploited shallow beaches are just so perfect to lie down with your friends and family and enjoy the time of your lifetime. There is a tavern on the beachside who serves you with the fresh sea food (fish, lobsters and octopus). You find two or three tourist shops which sell the village made goods. Even these shops are not fully loaded and over crowded with the tourist. The prices are genuine and encourage the tourist to buy. One of the major attractions of the village is the Petrified Forest and the museum. This museum gives you a wealth of information and some spectacular examples of petrified wood.
“Sustainable tourism is about refocusing and re-adapting. A balance must be found between limits and usage so that tourism can be managed. Economic, social and environmental aspects of sustainable development must include the interests of all stakeholders including local people and communities, visitors, industry and government.” And I found Sigri to be a perfectly balanced with all interests.
