Municipality of Faistos: Upgrades and Redevelopment Projects in Local Villages

The Municipality of Faistos continues its efforts to enhance local communities, improving residents’ quality of life while preserving the cultural heritage of its villages. This time, significant redevelopment and infrastructure projects are underway in the village of Alithini, focusing on revitalizing the area’s traditional character.

Key Improvements

The ongoing works include:

  • Restoration of traditional stone-paved pathways (kalderimia)
  • Creation of communal green spaces with new tree plantings
  • Installation of modern street lighting

These initiatives aim to enhance the village’s aesthetic appeal while safeguarding its traditional architectural identity.

Statements from Local Officials

Mayor Grigoris Nikolidakis emphasized the importance of these projects:

“After many years, we are finally implementing comprehensive interventions in our mountain villages, which have long been overlooked. These communities deserve our attention and investment.”

Deputy Mayor for Technical Works, Giannis Fasomytakis, highlighted the broader vision behind these efforts:

“The works in Alithini are part of our strategic plan to improve daily life for residents and upgrade the overall image of our villages.”

A Vision for Sustainable Development

The Municipality’s goal is to create harmonious, traditional villages that attract visitors while serving as living monuments to the region’s cultural legacy. Once completed, these upgrades will give the village a fresh new look and improve daily life for its residents.

The redevelopment projects are set to be completed in the near future, marking another step in the Municipality’s long-term plan to preserve and enhance the unique identity of Faistos’ villages.