A JEWISH EPISODE IN THE HISTORY OF CYPRUS
THE FORGOTTEN JEWS OF CYPRUS AN IRONIC STORY This ironic story of the forgotten Jews of Cyprus saw several Jewish refugees take to ships after the end of the Second…
THE MOLOS SEAFRONT PROMENADE IN LIMASSOL
A WELCOMING SPACE IN THE HEART OF THE CITY Open 24 hours a day, the completely free Molos Promenade is a versatile and well-loved public space. Located in the heart…
THE STORY OF PLATE SMASHING
SO, WHY DO CYPRIOTS SMASH PLATES? A STRANGE BUT FUN CUSTOM The practice of smashing plates is used as an expression of joy at several celebrations in Cyprus. The tradition,…
THE PUBLIC GARDENS IN LIMASSOL
A GREAT DAY OUT OFFICIALLY OPENED IN 1888 The history of public gardens in Limassol, also known as ‘Limassol Municipal Gardens’, dates back to the late 19th century. It was…
THE CHAPEL OF AYIOI SARANTA
DEDICATED TO THE 40 CHRISTIAN MARTYRS OF SABASTE A UNIQUE LANDMARK Tucked away in the rugged hills of the Fanós area, between Protaras and Ayia Napa in the Famagusta district,…
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…
THE CYPRUS CAT STORY
WHY ARE CYPRUS CATS SPECIAL? Cyprus cats are considered special. This is primarily due to the ancient history that surrounds them. Dating back over 9,500 years, archaeological evidence suggests that…
WHEN CYPRUS HAD A RAILWAY
WHY DOES CYPRUS NOT HAVE ANY TRAINS TODAY? Cyprus has no trains today, primarily because its only public railway system, the Cyprus Government Railway, was closed in 1951. First opened…
THE MILLOMERIS WATERFALL IN THE TROODOS MOUNTAINS
THE MILLOMERIS WATERFALL A SECLUDED SPOT The Millomeris Waterfall in the Troodos Mountains is a secluded spot of natural beauty that is located southeast of the resort village of Pano…
THE KOLOSSI CASTLE IN LIMASSOL
THE CASTLE NEAR THE VILLAGE OF KOLOSSI A LIMASSOL LANDMARK Kolossi Castle, situated 10 kilometres west of Limassol, is a remarkable example of medieval military architecture. Its history is deeply…