Polis maritime museum attracts more than 4,500 visitors in first year
The Polis Latsios Maritime and Cultural Museum recorded 4,517 visitors in its first year, the Municipality of Polis Chrysochous said.
Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus. More than 4,500 people visited the Polis Latsios Maritime and Cultural Museum during its first year of operation, the Municipality of Polis Chrysochous said on Friday.
The museum recorded 4,517 visitors, including families, students, organised groups and visitors from Cyprus and abroad.
Maritime history and interactive exhibits
The municipality described the first year as an important milestone for the venue, which aims to present the maritime history of Cyprus and the wider Mediterranean, with particular emphasis on the Akamas region.
The exhibition is arranged across four rooms and includes collections and thematic displays examining the relationship between the sea and the history and culture of the area.
Visitors can use interactive games, historical maps, photographs, videos, and virtual and augmented reality applications.
Educational focus
The museum combines art, science and technology to provide an interactive experience for visitors of all ages.
Its exhibits and digital applications allow visitors to explore more than 30 centuries of Cyprus’ maritime history and the sea’s role in the development of civilisation.
The municipality said the museum has a strong educational focus, with families and students accounting for an important part of its first-year visitors.
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