On 27 and 30 April 2026, 43 students from the Limassol Technical School participated in the HERIT ADAPT Citizen Science event organized by the Limassol Tourism Development & Promotion Company, actively engaging in the protection and sustainable promotion of cultural heritage.
Through guided visits, educational workshops, digital presentations, and hands-on activities, participants explored innovative technologies used to protect cultural heritage from the impacts of climate change. The students experienced the 3D digital model and virtual reality representation of the Temple of Apollo Hylates, developed as part of the HERIT ADAPT pilot activities, gaining valuable insights into the site’s cultural significance and conservation needs.
During the event, students identified conservation challenges affecting the archaeological site and proposed practical solutions to enhance its resilience and support its sustainable management. Their ideas demonstrated the important role that young people can play in developing innovative approaches to cultural heritage preservation and climate adaptation.
The event successfully raised awareness among the younger generation about the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage through digital innovation, citizen participation, and sustainable tourism development, highlighting the value of citizen science in building more resilient heritage destinations.
