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Located in the Larnaka (Larnaca) region, the mountainous village of Lefkara is split into Pano Lefkara and Kato Lefkara (higher and lower Lefkara), and is world-renowned for its traditional handicrafts of lace embroidery and filigree silver. The village is situated at the foot of the Troodos Mountains in the south eastern region, 650 metres above sea level, 43 km from Larnaka, and can be reached by following the A5, A1 and E105 routes.

The crafts of lace and silver have been practiced in the village since Venetian times, and visitors can learn all about them, and watch the lace and silver being made at the Lefkara Handicraft Centre, the Museum of Traditional Embroidery and Silversmithing, and various workshops. Legend has it that the famous painter, Leonardo da Vinci himself visited the village in 1481 and bought a lace altar cloth, which he donated to Milan cathedral.

The character of the village is very picturesque with its narrow, winding streets and traditional architecture of old, terracotta-roofed houses. It is also included as one of the stops on the island’s 7th Wine Route that encompasses the area of mountainous Larnaka – Lefkosia (Lefkosia).

Among its interesting sites are the Folklore Museum, the old fountain and the old olive mill. The village also has beautiful and ancient chapels, including the church of Timios Stavros (Holy Cross), and the chapel of Archangelos Michail in Kato Lefkara, with frescoes that date from the 12th and 15th centuries.

The popular annual Lefkara Festival takes place each August, and includes a programme of music, dance, theatre and handicraft exhibitions, with visitors warmly welcomed.

The Church of the Holy Cross is situated in Pano (upper) Lefkara. It has a beautiful 18th century icon-stand and a unique silver 13th century cross.

The Church the Archangel Michael, in Kato (lower) Lefkara, is a single-aisled domed church with wall paintings dating from the 12th and 15th centuries.

 

Museum of Folk Art, Embroidery & Silversmithing
The Museum of Folk Art, Embroidery and Silversmithing is housed in the restored Patsalos residence. Exhibits include examples of traditional Lefkara lace.
Tel.: 24342326

8 km from Skarinou, off the Nicosia – Limassol road or 40km from Larnaca

Courtesy of the CTO

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