THE INSTALLATION OF CHRISTMAS TREES
EPIPHANY CELEBRATED ON JUNE 6TH
The first snowfalls in the Troodos Mountains usually occur in December. This brings winter sports such as SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING to the mountains. Families across the island traditionally spend a day visiting the mountainous winter wonderland after the snows fall.
A TYPICAL CHRISTMAS LUNCH
FESTIVE ACTIVITIES ACROSS CYPRUS
The traditional 40 days of fasting end on Christmas Day, and families usually gather for a FESTIVE LUNCH on Christmas Day. This usually features traditional Cypriot offerings along with other more traditional festive foods, and of course, a Cyprus souvla.
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS & THE NEW YEAR
CYPRIOT SHORTBREADS & MACAROONS
Most households bake traditional festive treats, such as CYPRIOT SHORTBREADS and HONEY MACAROONS. Another Christmas favourite is AVGOLEMONO SOUP. This hearty chicken-based soup made with rice, egg, and lemon is very popular during the festive season.
CHRISTMAS PARADES
CHRISTMAS VILLAGES
The festive period is also known as the ‘dangerous days’ according to folklore. This is when mischievous goblins called ‘KALLIANTZAROI’ emerge to create chaos and cause arguments.
