Platanias celebrates World Environment Day in Kyparissos, Crete

Monday, 8 June 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

The Municipality of Platanias, along with its public benefit enterprise (KEDIP) and the local community, successfully held a celebration for World Environment Day in the village of Kyparissos, in the Chania regional unit of western Crete. The event brought together local officials, residents, and community organizations to mark the international day dedicated to environmental awareness and action. Kyparissos is located in the Platanias area, a popular coastal destination known for its beaches and traditional villages. Visitors traveling through the Platanias municipality can explore the surrounding villages and natural landscapes that such events aim to protect. World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5, and similar community events are often open to the public, offering tourists an authentic glimpse into local civic life and Crete's commitment to environmental stewardship.