A special committee in Cyprus has finished many projects. They worked together to protect old places on the island. This committee has saved over 180 important historical sites. It started in 2008. The committee has received over €45 million. This money helped them restore and protect these places. It shows they care about the island's history.
The committee wants to help both communities get along. They make sure Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot history is treated the same. For example, work will start in 2026 on mosques in the Limassol area. Also, ten more mosques will be restored. These are in the Paphos and Larnaca areas.
The committee also protects other old buildings. Work is happening at a monastery near Kyrenia. Another monastery near Rizokarpaso is also being repaired. Five more projects for religious buildings near Kyrenia will start soon.
They are also fixing an old stone house in Famagusta. They will also strengthen a wall in Famagusta. The old water systems in Lefka will be restored too. Ali Tuncay, who leads the committee for Turkish Cypriots, said they have done a lot. He said they have worked on over 180 sites.
The European Union gave most of the money, €35 million. Other groups also gave money. This shows many people support the projects. Tuncay said they keep a balance between both sides. They look at all historical sites together.
These projects do more than just fix old buildings. They help people trust each other more. Protecting history together helps them remember a shared past. This can lead to a more united future.