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People flock to Petra tou Romiou for selfies with Aphrodite
The initiative of the Society for Tourism Development and Promotion of Paphos (STDPP), of the application of "Enriched Reality" created to highlight the myth...
Two women arrested in Paphos on suspicion of theft
A case of conspiracy to commit a crime, burglary, theft and malicious damage is now being investigated by the Paphos Police Department for which...
Paphos brawl over various things not moved in time
A 68-year-old man was arrested in Paphos and then charged formally to be summoned to court in connection with an on-going investigation including grievous...
Almyra Hotel: A place made in heaven
Almyra, one of the finest hotels in the Mediterranean and a member of the Thanos family of hotels that brought us Anassa and Annabelle,...
Tzelefos Bridge: Venetian heritage in the mountains of Paphos
The bridge of Tzelefos is a medieval Venetian bridge located in the mountains of Paphos at the borders of Phini, Agios Nicolaos and Pera...
The story of the old Armenian cemetery in Nicosia
By Kyriaki Christodoulou/CNA
The Armenian cemetery in Nicosia, near the dividing line, which splits the Cyprus capital into two, stands as a vivid evidence of...
Hala Sultan Mosque and Salt Lake: one of the most beautiful places in Cyprus
The site, located in the Larnaca District, comprises a Salt Lake Complex, and the so-called Hala Sultan Tekke, which is a mosque of great...
Destination Omodos: wine, food and cobblestone paths
The picturesque village of Omodos is located in the Troodos Mountains.
Location
The village produces a lot of wine and holds a wine festival every August....
Smoky Thursday in Larnaca: snacks, wine and zivania for all
Tsiknopempti, literally Smelly Thursday, or even Charred, Smoky, or Barbeque Thursday "because of the smell of the grilled meat in the air", is part...
Lefkaritika: Venetian Heritage of Cyprus
Lefkaritika or Lefkara Lace is a handmade lace from Pano Lefkara Cyprus. Notable characteristics are the hemstitch, satin stitch fillings, needlepoint edgings, white, brown,...
Paphos’ Tombs of the Kings: one of the world heritage sites
The Tombs of the Kings is a large necropolis lying about two kilometres north of Paphos harbour in Cyprus. It is a UNESCO World...
Paphos Castle: medieval beauty by the sea
Paphos Castle is located on the edge of Paphos harbour. It was originally built as a Byzantine fort to protect the harbour
It was then...
Charming Miliou for those who need retreat
On the road from Paphos to Polis, about 13 km before you reach Polis, there is a turning on the left which will take...
Cavo Greco: serenity, tranquillity and stunning beauty
Cape Greco, also known as Cavo Greco (Italian for "Greek cape"), is a headland in the southeastern part of the island of Cyprus. It...
Delivering Cyprus Peace Dividend: conference by PRIO
The Cyprus Peace Dividend Revisited of May 2014 was the first attempt to quantify the peace dividend using a sector-by-sector forecast and a forecast...
Choirokoitia: exploring Neolithic settlement
Photo Cyprus Alive
Choirocoitia is known as one of the most important and best preserved prehistoric sites of the eastern Mediterranean dating from the Neolithic...
The remains of magnificent Kingdom of Kourion nearby Limassol
Kourion was an important ancient city-state on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. In the twelfth century BCE, after the collapse of the Mycenaean palaces,...
Anti-Gravity Hill near Paphos: surreal optical illusion
The Cyprus' anti-gravity hill is located near the village of Droushia on the west coast of the island between Paphos and Polis, more precisely ...
Landmarks of Paphos
Paphos Castle, originally a Byzantine fort built to protect the harbour, stands by the harbour. It was rebuilt by the Lusignans in the 13th...
The Evocative Remnants of the Venetians in Cyprus
Immerse yourself on a historical journey that uncovers the strong ties, cultural influence and special relationship of Cyprus and Venice… one that is ongoing...
Acting together against marine pollution: documentary screening event
Sea turtles are one of the most affected species by marine waste. Beach cleaning is a must but it is not enough to stop...
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Local
122 new cases, one death announced on Friday
The Health Ministry announced the death of one person due to COVID-19. This raises the death toll from the virus in Cyprus to 179,...
Local
Where to get antigen rapid tests on Saturday
The Health Ministry announced the following antigen rapid test sites for Saturday, 23 January 2021:
LIMASSOL
Grigoris Afxentiou Square 08:30-16:30
Gafkos Clerides Park, Germasoyia 08:30-16:30
Municipal Hall Ypsonas...
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Civil servants’ trade union requests psychological support for health professionals
PASYDY, the civil servants’ trade union requested psychological support for health professionals due to the consequences of COVID-19 on their health.
The trade union noted...
Local
Scientific advisory committee to convene on Monday under President Anastasiades
Cyprus President, Nicos Anastasiades, will preside on Monday morning over a meeting of the scientific advisory committee on COVID-19.
According to CNA information, during the...
World
Polish medics depart for Slovakia to help mass testing
A group of 200 Polish medics departed for neighbouring Slovakia on Friday (January 22) to help in a week-long testing campaign in the central...
Taste
Local Food
Squash soup
Ingredients:
1 kg pumpkin, cut into small cubes, approximately 5 cups
2 medium (400g) sweet potatoes, cut into cubes, approximately 2 ½ cups
1 chopped leek, only...
Local Food
Mezedes
No visit to Cyprus is complete without enjoying the traditional meal of many small dishes known as ‘meze’.
This large feast, which has been a...
Local Food
Prawns with fried cheese, barley shaped pasta
Put the barley shaped pasta into a small pan with salted water, bring to a boil and when tender, drain. Peal the prawns leaving...
Local Food
Salmon and shrimp sheftalies
Mix all ingredients for tabbouli in a bowl and keep to one side so flavours can combine.
Prepare the sheftalies: wash and soak the casing...