Near East College Observation and Research Club and Middle school History Clubs visited the historical gristmills in Dikmen.

According to the press release issued by the Directorate of Press and Public Relations of Near East University, during the visits teachers in charge of the clubs informed the students that the gears were made with metal at the end of the 19th century; and during those same years traditional gear wheels were replaced by belt-hoop systems in Cyprus.

They further explained that turbine grist mills were common in Cyprus and belt-hoop system was used due to limited water resources of Cyprus. Before advancements made in technology, mile stones was placed just before the water turbine and therefore, grist mills only used for grinding flour or oil. The teachers explained that the gristmills of Dikmen were good and typical examples of this type.

Historical sites were great opportunities to make connections between the old periods and the contemporary...
The teachers in charge of the clubs making the visit further asserted that historical sites were great opportunities for students to make connections and comparisons between the past and the present. In fact, they perceived this as a chance for students to be aware individuals; knowing the importance of preserving the historical sites and learn from them.