The
Department of Antiquities celebrates the International Day for Monuments and
Sites |
The 18th of April
was established in 1983 by UNESCO as the International Day for Monuments and
Sites, following a proposal by the International Council of Monuments and
Sites (ICOMOS). To celebrate this important day, with the ultimate aim of
raising awareness in society about the importance of culture, a different
theme is promoted each year, which becomes an occasion for the organisation
of events and various actions with the participation of citizens. Within the general guidelines
of ICOMOS International, the Department of Antiquities celebrates this year's
day under the theme "Disasters and Conflicts through the Lens of the
Venice Charter". Thus, on the 18th of April, entrance to archaeological
sites and monuments of the Department of Antiquities will be free for all
visitors. The Department of Antiquities’ main event will be the opening of
the Pafos Gate archaeological site, following upgrading and infrastructure
works by the Deputy Minister of Culture, while other educational events
mainly focus on familiarising young people with cultural heritage, as well as
include a musical event that will take place in Palaepafos on the 11th of
May. The Department of Antiquities also co-organises an event of ICOMOS
Cyprus that will take place on the 19th of April at their
premises. (AP/GS) |