PROTECTING OUR BEEKEEPING HERITAGE.

The article discusses the importance of protecting the beekeeping heritage in Areopoli, Greece. The author planned to visit the stone hives in Areopoli mentioned in a paper by Georgios Mavrofridis. However, upon arrival, the author discovered that the hives had been dismantled six years ago during the construction of a new bus station and parking area. The author expresses disappointment at the loss of this historic site and notes the lack of interest from the local museum. The article also mentions a beekeeping family in the market and the grandson's upcoming military service. [Extracted from the article]