The Mediterranean and especially the Greek archipelago is rich in underwater archeological sites of ancient shipwrecks and sunken ports, sunken prehistoric settlements as well as modern historical shipwrecks and monuments. Each shipwreck is a time capsule of history that testifies to our common Mediterranean and maritime culture which united the people through sea routes and proves that the sea was never a border but a bridge between people.

All these underwater monuments and landscapes are available and accessible only by divers, while they remain unknown to the majority of citizens and tourists. At the same time, the strong need to connect tourism with culture and the natural environment, in accordance with the principles of sustainable development and environmentally friendly approach by researching new technologies, which will allow all citizens to access the natural and cultural heritage in a novel and innovative way, creates the conditions for the implementation of this research project.