Beelosophy is a nonprofit organisation that unites nature, culture, and communities through the wisdom of Bees.
INITIATIVE
LOCATION
Crete
A glimpse of what we've achieved in the last 2 years
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Schools gave children the opportunity to love nature
People participated, were trained, and inspired through our initiatives
Artworks were created inspired by nature
Traditional beehives used as practical educational tools
Cultural videos highlighted the local heritage
Events connected people, nature, and culture
Thank you for being part of the change.
"Beelosophy reminds us that gastronomy is not just taste – it is culture, it is memory, it is tradition".
– Konstantinos Mouzakis, President, Chefs' Club of Attica
"Our participation inspired children to love nature and understand the importance of collaboration within the community".
– Sofia M., Educator
"We strive for the sustainable co-existence of nature and humans, as promoted and expressed perfectly by Beelosophy".
Elizabeth Nead, Artist
"The creative energy at the Bee Sanctuary is contagious. The games, photography, and interaction with the hive life inspired me to see nature with new eyes".
– Eleni P., Cultural Organisation Partner
Your support makes a difference.
Together, we can empower communities, protect nature, and keep our traditions alive.
Georgios Goras, Assistant Professor at the Laboratory of Apiculture and Sericulture of the Agricultural University of Athens, guided us through the University's apiary, where — alongside modern hives — replicas of horizontal and vertical ancient and traditional hives are on display.
This collection was recently enriched with four replicas...
In Varnavas, Attica, beekeeper Christos Apostolou keeps alive a rare tradition: the crafting of woven beehives made from cane and rushes, along with the art of making the skoufos — the conical cover placed over the hive. The skoufos protects the bee colony from rain, cold, and heat, while also sealing the hive from above, acting as a natural lid....
The online event "Traditional Beekeeping with Movable-Comb Hives" was successfully held, co-organised by BEELOSOPHY and the Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IGE).
The event took place in the framework of BEELOSOPHY's eponymous initiative, implemented with the support of the Directorate of Modern Cultural Heritage of the Hellenic Ministry of...
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Center of the Earth (Ilion, Attica), Beelosophy and Organization Earth held a unique cultural and gastronomic event dedicated to Melalevria, a traditional sweet from Kythera that highlights how tradition, nutrition, and culture can serve as pillars of sustainability and resilience for local communities.
As part of the project "CYCLADES' WAY OF BEE-ING", implemented by BEELOSOPHY and the Environmental Education Centre (ΚΕΠΕΑ) of Syros-Hermoupolis, students from kindergartens, primary and secondary schools in the Cyclades are invited to become young writers and create their own story about bees and pollinators!
The Cyclades show the way for biodiversity
At the Monastery of Agia Moni in Kythera, a unique tradition continues: the art of candle making. Father Giorgis Adikimenakis, guardian of a craft that is slowly fading, creates with care pure beeswax candles — symbols of faith and continuity for the island's churches.
For many centuries, the Aegean islands suffered from the scourge of pirate raids. This was especially true for Kythera, which was always the bone of contention, due to its position, caught between the powers seeking to dominate the region. Many times the island was deserted for long periods due to this situation. The fear caused by these tragic...
