Chania, the birthplace and starting point of N. Chr. Stampolidis honored him for his contribution to the culture of Greece and the world at large. A beautiful and moving evening with soulful speeches by the Mayor of Chania Mr. G. Vamvouka, the Deputy Mayor Ms. Varvara Peraki, the archaeologist Stavroula Kavroulaki, and the Professor’s teacher Ms. T. Papaderou.