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Paralimni Announces Tender for Pontian Genocide Memorial Site

Published January 22, 2026, 08:14
Paralimni Announces Tender for Pontian Genocide Memorial Site

The Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia has announced a tender for the construction of a Pontian Genocide Memorial Site in the Paralimni Municipal District. The monument is the work of sculptor Giorgos Kikotis, and its unveiling is scheduled for May 19, 2026, the anniversary of the Pontian Genocide, with the presence of the President of the Republic of Cyprus. The design includes a photorealistic depiction of the monument, already approved by the Monuments Committee, as well as the landscaping of the surrounding area with a square and extensive tree planting. The project is co-financed by the Republic of Cyprus and the Municipality of Paralimni-Deryneia, with the deadline for submitting bids being January 30, 2026.