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Kyrenia-Eleftheria
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Source: Press and Information Office, Government of Cyprus
On November 10th, 2002 the sailing ship "Kyrenia-Eleftheria" (Kyrenia - Freedom) was launched from Cyprus. The Kyrenia-Eleftheria is a replica of the ancient Kyrenia ship. The 4th century B.C. shipwreck was found off the Kyrenia coast in 1965. It is now under UNESCO supervision in the castle of the town of Kyrenia, Cyprus.
The main purpose of building the Kyrenia-Eleftheria was to carry Cypriot copper to Greece where it was used to forge the bronze medals for 2004 Athens Olympic Games. This is part of Cyprus’ contribution to the Cultural Olympiad.
Courtesy: Twins Studio, Nicosia, Cyprus
The launching followed ancient Greek tradition. Libations were offered to the gods Poseidon and Aeolos who watched over the original vessel over 2,000 years ago. The Kyrenia-Eleftheria was then loaded with a cargo of copper and other Cypriot products.
Check that you understand what these words mean in this document To launch a ship (Kyrenia):to send a new ship into the sea. Replica: an exact copy. Copper: reddish brown soft metal. Bronze: yellowish metal produced from a mixture of two other metals: copper and pewter. Libation:an amount of alcoholic drink poured out or drunk in honour of a god or a dead relative. Vessel: boat, ship.
