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Thematic Exhibition Centre
The Thematic Exhibition Center of the loggerhead sea turtle Caretta caretta is located in the area of Dafni which belongs to the Procteted Area of Landscape Φ1, of the National Marine Park of Zakynthos, in the municipal department of Basilikos.
The landscaped area of the thematic centre, the exhibition and information material, the use of multimedia and memorabilia given, give visitors occasion for information and awareness on loggerhead sea turtles and its nesting beaches of Zakynthos.
Its role is not restricted to the study and promotion of Caretta caretta, but extends to the acquaintance with other priority species and endemic species of flora and fauna, found in Zakynthos, linked to the tradition and history of the island. The construction of the Thematic Exhibition Center has been funded by the European Regional Development Fund 80% maximum and the rest from national resources.
The landscaped area of the thematic centre, the exhibition and information material, the use of multimedia and memorabilia given, give visitors occasion for information and awareness on loggerhead sea turtles and its nesting beaches of Zakynthos.
Its role is not restricted to the study and promotion of Caretta caretta, but extends to the acquaintance with other priority species and endemic species of flora and fauna, found in Zakynthos, linked to the tradition and history of the island. The construction of the Thematic Exhibition Center has been funded by the European Regional Development Fund 80% maximum and the rest from national resources.
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Contributing in the protection
The conservation and protection of the endangered species and their habitats depends on visitor’s behavior and therefore it is important during your stay in the Protected Area of the N.MP.Z.:
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Collect your litter and do not start a fire or camp
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In case you meet an endangered-protected species keep a distance of at least 15 meters
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At nesting beaches enjoy the sea and sun from 7.00 am staying at a maximum of 5 meters from the waterline. At sunset, please leave the beach to the sea turtles
You are kindly requested to follow instructions given by N.M.P.Z.’s Park Rangers
