CHRISTOS TSABRAS , THE PRESIDENT OF THE CHAMBER , EXPLAINS THE IMPORTANCE OF TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AND PROMOTION .
What do you think about the importance of Tourism for the economy of the wider region of Evritania ? Tourism is , without a doubt , the most important sector of economic activity worldwide . Both in terms of creation of income resources , and employment and investments growth , the travel sector comes first among all the rest sectors . This happens definitely in Greece , where tourism is one of the basic sectors of the greek economy . Particularly in our region , tourism is the key pillar of development , as all the other sectors during the years of the economic crisis are in a really difficult position .
What are the comparative advantages of the tourist product in Evritania ? The basic element that remains unaltered in time and is indisputable is the fact that in
Evritania nature played , plays and will play a dominant role . Other than that , it is worth mentioning in short , that the area offers high standard hotel and tourism units , a unique nature and clean environment , historical sights , museums , cultural events , sports infrastructure , a ski resort , monasteries and churches , traditional settlements and singlearched bridges , natural monuments and very well organised outdoor activities .
Which are the main sectors of tourism that have been flourished in the area over the
last years ? Our area had and will always have endless possibilities of development of mountain and nature tourism , as well as religious , sports , ski , conference , alternative with outdoor activities , hiking , cultural , eco , entertainment & relaxation tourism .
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