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CYPRIOT BACKGAMMON ALSO KNOWN AS ‘TAVLI’

A CYPRIOT BACKGAMMON GAME PLAYING TAVLI Played widely in local cafes, also known as KAFENEIA, Tavli is basically a traditional Greek version of backgammon. Tavli, which acts as a national…

TEXAS HOLDEM IN CYPRUS

PLAYING TEXAS HOLD’EM IN CYPRUS A GAME OF FIXED ODDS A Simple Format Bringing several amateur players into the fold, ‘Texas hold ’em’ has become one of the most popular…

STACKING GLASSES IN CYPRUS

THE GLASS DANCE OF CYPRUS DANCE ORIGINS This famous glass dance of Cyprus is a traditional feat of balance, skill, and showmanship. Historically performed by local men at village weddings,…

VYZAKIA BEACH

A PRISTINE BEACH IN THE RESORT TOWN OF PROTARAS Vyzakia Beach is one of the lesser-known Blue Flag beaches in Cyprus, and this small, tranquil coastal gem, located on the…

GEORGE JACKSON REVIEWS THE MAKRINARI TAVERN IN THE VILLAGE OF OMODOS

THE MAKRINARI TAVERN IN THE VILLAGE OF OMODOS My name is George Jackson and I am a professional food critic. I recently visited the Makrinari Tavern in the picturesque village…

APHRODITE WATERPARK PAPHOS

SPEND A DAY AT APHRODITE WATERPARK PAPHOS IDEAL DAY TRIP Overall, a day trip to this waterpark is a great way to enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends.…

MACKENZIE BEACH

A SCOTTISH NAME The Mackenzie area in Larnaca received its name after a Scottish resident who established a popular restaurant and bar on the beach, following World War II. His…

KATO PAPHOS ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK

A VAST OPEN-AIR HISTORICAL TREASURE The Archaeological Park in Kato Paphos is a vast, open-air historical treasure in southwest Cyprus. Sprawling across the ancient coastal city of Nea Paphos, the…

A DAY AT THE RACES

A DEEPLY ROOTED HISTORY Although horse racing has an extensive history in Cyprus, it only came to the forefront under British administration in 1934. Today, it remains a highly competitive…

KAMARES AQUEDUCT IN LARNACA

Add Your Heading Text Here WHAT IS AN AQUEDUCT? An aqueduct is a structure with a network of pipes or channels. They are designed to transport water over long distances…

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