The Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Mr Alexis Vafeadis, accompanied by officials of the Ministry, paid a visit to Paphos Airport today. During the visit, the Minister inspected the smooth operation of the Airport and the services provided to citizens, while he also made an on-site visit to the area where a road is proposed to be built, which will connect the coastal area of Kato Paphos directly to the Paphos Airport (River Ezousa).
Subsequently, the Minister addressed the International Monuments Day at the inauguration ceremony held at the Kato Pafos Archaeological Site. In his address, Mr. Vafeades said: "The inauguration of this project was chosen as the main event of the Department of Antiquities to celebrate International Monuments and Sites Day. These are projects to substantially upgrade both the security of this internationally significant archaeological site and the more efficient management of its large number of visitors."
In addition, Mr. Vafeadis made reference to the need for young people to get to know the elements of their cultural identity. "We are fully aware of this responsibility, so we support the efforts of the Department of Antiquities in this direction. I am pleased to note that, the series of events organized this year by the Department of Antiquities for the International Monuments Day focused on bringing young people to learn about our monuments and heritage, with events and educational activities involving young people from all levels of education."
Vafeadis visited the Chloraka-Leba-Kissonerga Coastal Road, where an improvement project will be tendered in 2023, which will include 4 lanes of 8 km, a central island, cycle paths, paved pavements, green lanes and green areas, off-street parking, 7 level roundabouts and 8 light-controlled intersections. The construction cost of the project is estimated to be approximately €35 million.
Finally, the Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Pafos Chamber of Commerce and Industry) hosted a working lunch for Mr.
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