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Ancient Quarries Event – Implementation of projects and new proposals

Saturday, 22 March 2025

FLUXUS Cultural Space, Parikia

(The event is open to all residents and friends of Paros. The presentations will be in Greek with English summaries)

PROGRAMME

18:30  Welcome – Refreshments

Video screening on the quarries and their cultural heritage

Photo exhibition from the competition on the theme of ancient quarries

The book “Paros – The Ancient Quarries” by Christos Georgousis

19:30 Start

Introduction

Information on the actions that have been implemented or are in progress: Studies for the protection of the underground galleries – Stabilisation measures – Land ownership issues etc.

Presentation of proposals for the improvement of the archaeological area: Redesign of the entrance area – Visitor circulation – Parking etc.

Creation of an archaeological-cultural park: Master Plan – Stability of underground galleries and visitor access – Visitor Centre/Museum etc.

Discussion

20:30 Closing / Drinks and bites