Cypriot tradition is not only a living part of the island’s identity, but also a source of creativity, development, and openness to the world, said the Minister of Energy, Commerce, and Industry, Michalis Damianou, in his remarks on Saturday at the opening of the first “Cypriot Tradition Festival in Lania.”
Mr. Damianou, who represented the President of the Republic at the event, noted that the promotion of cultural heritage, music, dance, gastronomy, local products, handicrafts, and traditional trades in modern ways can boost the local economy and strengthen their ties to tourism.
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As he noted, “tradition should by no means be considered a relic of the past,” but rather a “vibrant part of our identity and a valuable bond linking older and younger generations.”
He added that supporting rural areas and communities is a priority for the government, with the goal of ensuring that communities remain “vibrant, productive, and attractive” for residents, young people, and visitors alike.
Referring to the “Cypriot Tradition Festival in Lania,” he said it is an example of this approach, as it brings together people from the arts and creative fields, producers, artisans, and visitors, while also giving Lania the opportunity to showcase its unique character and strengthen its position as a destination for culture and authentic experiences.
Such events, he continued, also give young people the opportunity to discover and grow to love Cypriot tradition, which, as he said, takes on real meaning when “it is passed on, evolves, and continues to be part of modern life.”
The Minister congratulated the Lania Community Council, the cultural organizations, the volunteers, professionals, and all other contributors to the event, and expressed his hope that the Festival would become a permanent institution in rural Cyprus, contributing to the cultural and economic development of the region and attracting more visitors from Cyprus and abroad.
Source: CNA
