A historic forge in Vlăhița, in Harghita county, will be restored and transformed into a cultural center in a project amounting to more than RON 9 million (approximately EUR 1.7 million). The restoration project entails the reconstruction of the production hall, which will serve as a venue for cultural activities. "The restoration project for the Old Forge in Vlăhița will help revive a traditional craft, preserve an important historic monument, and stimulate culture, tourism and the local economy. This is the second project financed in Vlăhița through the Centre Regional Program. The combined value of the two projects exceeds RON 23 million," Simion Crețu, Director General of the Centre Regional Development Agency, said.