The municipality of Amendolara, located in the Upper Ionian Sea with 2,700 inhabitants, boasts a rich historical heritage ranging from Greek colonization to medieval times. The territory stretches from the hillside, at an altitude of 400 meters, to the 8 km of coastline. The municipal administration, together with the association “Mediterraneo Interiore,” is committed to the historical, cultural and environmental enhancement of the town. Of particular note is the Secca di Amendolara, a marine area of protected biodiversity, located about 12 miles from the coast. A detachment of the Anton Dohrn Zoological Station operates here, studying the marine ecosystem. The shoal is characterized by seabed depths between 19 and 40 meters, with rocky and coralligenous outcrops, formed by the erosion of an ancient submerged island, perhaps identifiable with the mythical Monte Sardo, mentioned in 17th-18th century nautical charts. According to legend, it may be the island of Ogigia, where the nymph Calypso detained Ulysses in the Odyssey.
The municipal administration, in collaboration with the Assoc. “Mediterraneo Interiore,” promotes activities for environmental protection and historical-landscape recovery, focusing on the enhancement of the territory and its cultural identity.
İş Tanımı
The objective of the proposed activities is to enhance the area by recovering and highlighting the historical, natural and cultural heritage of the Amendolara community guided by expert figures such as a professional archaeologist, “Sea Scout” groups and researchers.
Volunteers will then be involved in:
- Cleaning the area facing the Torre Spaccata
- Rediscovering and cleaning ruins from the Roman era (contrada Lista)
- Cleaning activities in the historic center of Amendolara (Medieval Castle)
- Day dedicated to archaeological excavations (contrada San Nicola)
- Day in the green of Straface
- Day of activities in the sea with the Zoological Station
- Citizen science activities with Scouts of the Sea
- Rediscovery of ancient fountains
Konaklama ve Yemek
At Agriturismo “La Lista” in Contrada Lista (Amendolara)
Agriturismo “La Lista” is located in Contrada Lista. Volunteers will sleep in shared dormitory with single bed. Separate bathrooms.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be prepared by local staff.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
- visit activities to the Amendolara Archaeological Museum
- Entropy group meeting (Cosenza)
- Visit to the excavations at Sibari
Notlar
Resistance to hot weather, ability to work and follow group activities