LOCATION: Situated in one of the most beautiful mountainous areas of Greece, at 1050m height, Pentalofo is a small village, 86 Km away from Kozani town in the North East of Greece. The area has a great tradition in stone masonry and a great architectural heritage. It is the 7th year that community of Pentalofo hosts international volunteers. WORK: Volunteers will help at the renovation of old and the construction of new stone paths. Volunteers will also help in the practical preparation of local festivals with traditional music and they will organise some activities in order to present the intercultural dimension and volunteer spirit and some activities for children. The local partner hosting the project-Voio Municipality- decides on the priorities and the co-ordination of the work. Volunteers will work 6 hours per day, 6 days per week. C.i.A. is not responsible for any changes in the work. ACCOMMODATION: Volunteers will be hosted at a youth centre. Toilets, showers and cooking facilities are provided. Participants will prepare meals themselves, in shifts. FREE TIME: Volunteers will have the chance to visit some of the most important monuments, such as churches, monasteries and traditional houses. Rivers, lakes, forests with rare species of animals (e.g. bears) and plants are forming a spectacular environment. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to see some of the cultural events organised in different parts of the area. Camp-leaders will organise free time activities in co-operation with the volunteers and the local partner. Please mention that the area is isolated so it is not possible to visit other cities, or the seaside!! C.i.A does not cover free time activities expenses. TERMINAL: Thessaloniki airport, Kozani airport. Please take in consideration that you will need half day to travel from Thessaloniki (and one day from Athens) to Pentalofos. EXTRA FEE: 20
