Special Events
As an IIPES participant, you will also be afforded exclusive opportunities
to attend special events around the island of Crete. Students look forward to
showcasing their culture and national traditions at the Annual Country Presentation
Dinner and many other exciting events.
Ambassadorial Panel
Every summer, students are given the opportunity to attend a panel discussion
with ambassadors from the eastern Mediterranean region. Previous participants
have included, Ambassadors Dusan Batakovic of Serbia, Thomas
Miller of the United States, and Magda Shahin of Egypt.
Country Presentations Dinner
During this annual event, students showcase their countries through traditional
dance, costumes, songs, poems and cuisine. This is a unique opportunity for students
to share their traditions and provide information for others to come and visit
their country.
Tours
The location for IIPES is the beautiful seaside town of Chania, Crete. Crete,
the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean, has been known since mythical
times by various names, and has been inhabited by many civilizations. Participants
will be sure to enjoy the picturesque surroundings of the island.
Tour of Chania: The town of Chania possesses unrivaled natural
beauty, with its charming harbor and old town dating to Venetian times. Chania,
which led the island in its fight for independence was home to the famous Greek
statesman, Eleftherios Venizelos. The tombs of the Venizelos family are situated
above the sea at Akrotiri, beside a statue of Elevtheria (Liberty).
Tour of Knossos: Participants attend a guided tour of the archeological
site of the ancient Minoan Civilization.
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