Cyprus events april 2014

April 2014 SAT, 1 MAR - SAT, 5 APR 1ST CYPRUS WALKING FESTIVAL The festival offers a variety of walking tours in Akamas, Kavo Gkreko and Troodos National Forest Parks for every level of fitness. Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Forestry Department.

The full programme of the festival and reservation details are available at www.visitcyprus.com.

FRI, 4 APR - SUN, 13 APR 12TH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CYPRUS FILM DAYS 2014 New releases, music events, a multi-dimensional parallel programme, workshops and much more compose this year’s programme of the 12th edition of Cyprus Film Days-International Film Festival 2014. The Festival, which is the official feature film festival in Cyprus, aspires to become a meeting point for cinema professionals from the three continents surrounding the island of Cyprus, by exploring the limits and perspectives of cinema today. The two main festival programmes are the international competition programme Glocal Images and the non-competitive section entitled Viewfinder. All the films included in Glocal Images and Viewfinder are Cyprus premieres. Organised by the Ministry of Education and Culture (Cultural Services).

Venues: - Rialto Theatre (Lemesos) - Zena Palace Cinema (Lefkosia) Entrance: €6 (daily ticket), €25 (season ticket).

For further information and the full programme of the screenings please contact 22809846 and 77777745 (Rialto Theatre).

WEBSITE: www.cyprusfilmdays.com

FRI, 18 APR GOOD FRIDAY A procession of decorated Sepulchers takes place in all parishes at around 20:30.

SAT, 19 APR EASTER SATURDAY At midnight an open-air mass takes place in every Church.

SUN, 20 APR EASTER DAY Easter, the biggest Greek Orthodox religious feast is celebrated in Cyprus with great solemnity. Evening services take place throughout the Holy Week.

Following the morning mass on Holy Thursday, housewives paint eggs in red, according to tradition.

On Good Friday a procession of decorated Sepulchres takes place in all parishes around 20:30. At midnight on Good Saturday an open air mass takes place in every church. On Easter, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday traditional games are organised in many villages.

SUN, 20 APR & MON, 21 APR TRADITIONAL EASTER GAMES On Easter Sunday and Monday afternoons traditional games are organised in towns and villages: Lefkosia (Nicosia) District: Kourdali and Spilia villages Lemesos (Limassol) District: Lemesos town, Agios Tychonas, Pano Polemidia, Sykopetra (tel: 99569408), Kellaki (tel. 99604792), Pissouri (tel. 25222292), Episkopi (tel. 25934015), Anogyra and Agros villages.

Larnaka District: Pervolia village (tel. 24423330) Pafos District: Pafos town, Geroskipou, Tala, Kathikas, Tsada, Chloraka, 1

April 2014 Kissonerga, Stroumbi and Neo Chorio villages.

Ammochostos (Famagusta) District: Agia Napa, Frenaros, Paralimni, Deryneia and Achna villages.

BIRD WATCHING IN CYPRUS Birdlife Cyprus arranges bird watching trips regularly. Organised by Birdlife Cyprus. For further information please contact 22455072, 99059541.

WEBSITE: www.birdlifecyprus.org

EVENTS IN LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WED, 12 JUN (2013) - SAT, 30 JUN (2014) EXHIBITION “Cyprus and Geology. Science Environment - Culture” The exhibition presents the genesis and the emergence of the island of Cyprus.

With the use of photographs, diagrams, minerals, fossils, artefacts etc., the visitor learns about the geological processes which gave birth to an island with unique geology, topographic features microclimatological conditions and fertile soil covered with thick forest and a great variety of flora and fauna and with abundant water and mineral resources as well as hydrocarbons. All these elements together with its geographical position at the crossroads between three continents formed the basis for an excellent habitat for people and of a ten thousand years

long history of art and civilization. The exhibition is not only for geoscientists but also for many other scientists such as historians, archaeologists, agronomists, mining and civil engineers, hydrologists, doctors for the evolution of medicine and pharmacology in Cyprus, teachers and professors for teaching purposes as well as for everyone who wants to know Cyprus. Organised by the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation.

Venue: Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation, Phaneromenis Str. Visiting hours: 10:00-19:00 (Mon-Sun).

Closed on bank holidays.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22128157.

WEBSITE: www.boccf.org SAT, 30 NOV - SAT, 26 APR ART EXHIBITION “Other Indications” The exhibition is the result of the collaboration of a team of Cypriot scholars formed upon the initiative of the Centre consisting of Elena Parpa, researcher and curator, Elena Stylianou, Assistant Prof. in Art History and Theory at the European University Cyprus, Yiannis Toumazis, Director of the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre, Evi Tselika, Fine Art Programme Coordinator at the University of Nicosia and Nadina Paphitou, Archival Consultant and former head of BOC Historical Archive at Bank of Cyprus. The result of the collective effort is an experimental approach to curational practices, through art projects that meet at the Centre’s premises as “other indications”, highlighting the varied approaches used in 2

April 2014 the production of artworks, exhibitions, knowledge and history. The exhibition coincides with the 20th anniversary of the Centre. Organised by the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre NiMAC).

Venue: The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre (Old Power House) Visiting hours: 10:00-21:00 (Tue-Sun).

Closed on Monday.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22797400.

WEBSITE: www.nimac.org.cy

MON, 10 MAR - SAT, 5 APR ART EXHIBITION “Children of recession, a soldier, a wedding, Cypriots and Rock & Roll” A painting exhibition by artist Kikos Lanitis.

Venue: Gloria Gallery Visiting hours: 10:30-12.45 and 17:00-20:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:30-12:45 (Sat).

Closed on Sunday.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22762605.

WEBSITE: www.gloriagallery.com

FRI, 31 JAN - SAT, 26 APR ART EXHIBITION “Reload the Current Page” A solo exhibition by artist Michael Anastassiades featuring an installation of conceptual object.

Venue: Point Centre for Contemporary Art Visiting hours: 11:00-18:00 (Tue-Fri), 11:00-15:00 (Sat). Closed on Sun-Mon. Exhibition can also viewed by appointment outside opening hours.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22662053.

THU, 20 MAR - SAT, 12 APR EXHIBITION By artist Maria Ioannou.

Venue: Argo Gallery Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 17:00-20:00 (daily), 10:00-13:00 (Sat).

Closed on Sunday.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22754009.

WEBSITE: www.argogallery.org

SUN, 23 FEB - THU, 3 APR ART EXHIBITION “The Olive Tree” An art exhibition with works by Andreas Asproftas (1919-2004) and the participation of 23 artists.

Venue: Gallery K Visiting hours: 9:30-13:00 and 15:00-19:00 (Mon-Fri), 9:30-13:00 (Sat).

Closed on Sunday.

Free Entrance For further information please contact 22341123.

WED, 2 APR CONCERT With “Ensemble Shabrovan”.

The programme includes Persian classical music with traditional instruments (Santour, Tar, Setar, Daf, Tonbak and Kamancheh).

Organised by the Pharos Arts Foundation in collaboration with the Embassy of Iran in Cyprus.

Venue: The Shoe Factory Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15, €10 (concessions, students). Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 70009304) and online at www.pharostickets.org.

For further information please contact 22663871.

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April 2014 THU, 3 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek band “Locomondo”.

Venue: Diachroniki Music Stage Time: 21:00 Entrance: €20 For further information and reservations please contact 99783455.

FRI, 4 APR PIANO RECITAL With world famous pianist Martino Tirimo.

The programme includes works by F. Schubert and F.Chopin. Organised by the “Friends of ARTE Society”.

Venue: Arte Music Academy Time: 20:30-22:00 Entrance: €10, €7 For further information and tickets please contact 99355358.

FRI, 4 APR GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE With singer Vasilis Karras.

Venue: Royal Hall Time: TBA For further information and reservations please contact 70008545.

FRI, 4 APR - SUN, 6 APR PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION “Images” With photographs and lyrics by Andreas Araouzos.

Venue: Academy 32 Visiting hours: 10:00-12:00 and 18:00-22:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22760073.

WEBSITE: www.academy32.com

SAT, 5 APR CHARITY EASTER FAIR The fair will include various stalls with lokoumades, homemade delicacies, jams, lemonades, jewellery and toys for sale. All proceeds will be donated to families in need. Organised by the Alkionides Charity Association.

Venue: Faneromeni Square Time: 10:00-17:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22361295.

WEBSITE: www.alkionides.org.cy SAT, 5 APR CHARITY CONCERT “A concert of sacred music” With the “Leandros Sitaros Choir of Pnevmatiki Steghi” conducted by Maro Skordi and Avra Shiati and Katie Economidou accompanied by Marios Ioannou (piano). All proceeds will be donated to “Filoptohos Agion Omologiton” and to “Allileggyi”. Organised by “Allileggyi” under the auspices of Piraeus Bank (Cyprus), in memory of Christina Eliadi Hadjioannou.

Venue: Holy Cross Catholic Church Time: 20:00 Entrance: €5 For further information please contact 99427540.

SAT, 5 APR - SUN, 6 APR APRIL FAIR The programme includes music, dances, a puppet show, games, food and drinks.

Organised by the School for the Blind and the Pancyprian Organisation of the Blind.

Venue: School for the Blind Time: 17:00-22:00 (Sat), 11:00-19:00 (Sun) Free Entrance 4

April 2014 For further information please contact 22314507, 22813383.

MON, 7 APR GUITAR RECITAL “Journeys” A guitar recital with guitarist and composer Sotiris Kasparides. Accompanied by Rodoula Panayidou (piano), Marios Nicolaou (marimba), Nicolas Sideris (bouzouki) and Louiza Demosthenous (guitar). The programme includes works

by Joaquin Rodrigo, Manuel de Falla, Heitor Villa-Lobos, Astor Piazzola and Sotiris Kasparides.

Venue: Kastelliotissa Hall Time: 20:30-23:00 Entrance: €10, €5 (students) For further information and bookings please contact 99564405.

TUE, 8 APR CONCERT “Trees, Walls, Cities” A concert with the “Brodsky Quartet” and Loré Lixenberg (mezzo-soprano). The programme includes the newly commissioned song cycle “Trees, Walls, Cities” as well as works by Schubert and Purcell. Organised by the Pharos Arts Foundation in collaboration with the British Council.

Venue: The Shoe Factory Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15, €10 (concessions, students). Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 70009304) and online at www.pharostickets.org.

For further information please contact 22663871.

WEBSITE: www.pharostickets.org

SUN, 13 APR METAL MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Polish metal band “Vader”.

Supported by Cypriot metal bands “Blynd” and “Vomitile”.Organised by N4F Concerts.

Venue: Diachroniki Music Stage Time: 19:30-2:00 Entrance: €20, €15 (limited edition) For further information and tickets please contact 99355894, 99783455.

FRI, 25 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Cypriot male quartet “Avanti 4”.

Guest performer: Maria Theodorou (soprano).

Venue: Kastelliotissa Hall Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10 For further information and bookings please contact 97880767.

FRI, 25 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Eleonora Zouganeli.

Venue: RED Music Stage Time: 21:30 For further information and reservations please contact 22767711.

WED, 30 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer/songwriter Socrates Malamas. Accompanied by musicians Lambrini Karakosta (vocals), Nikos Magnisalis (drums), Yiannis Papatriantafillou (contrabass), Fotis Siotas (violin, viola) and Kyriakos Tapakis (lute, mpouzouki).

Venue: Downtown Live Time: 22:00 For further information and reservations please contact 99463699.

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April 2014 LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WALKS Get to know the capital by walking Within the framework of wider efforts to get foreign visitors better acquainted with the old city within the walls, the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality from 1987 established a series of thematic walking tours. These tours have been reorganised to present various new aspects of the old city as well as the city outside the walls. A city like Lefkosia (Nicosia) with its 5000 yearlong history has much to offer. By walking, one gets a better feel for a place and its yearlong atmosphere, then and now, and a better understanding of its continual cultural development. This is the philosophy upon which these walking tours of Lefkosia (Nicosia) are based.

Every Monday Pallouriotissa and Kaimakli: The Past Restored Guided bus and walking tour.

Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia Time: 10:00 Free participation Booking in advance is necessary Every Thursday Discover the old Nicosia and its walls Walking tour.

Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia Time: 10:00 Free participation

Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

For further information and bookings (for Monday tour) please contact 22674264.

HORSE RACES Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information please contact the Nicosia Race Club tel. 22782727.

OPEN AIR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS Every Wednesday and Saturday “OCHI� Square - (Lefkosia within the walls) Every Friday - Strovolos Municipality (Industrial area, traffic lights).

Organised by the Nicosia Municipality.

FLEA MARKET OF NICOSIA The first indoor flea market in Lefkosia (Nicosia) where one can find new and used books, toys, furniture, electronics, appliances, clothes, household items, collectibles and antiques as well as a coffee shop.

Every Saturday and Sunday Venue: 2, Yianni Koromia Street, Kaimakli Time: 9:00-20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22432478.

Offered by the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

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April 2014 EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) SUN, 16 FEB - SUN, 28 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Agios Tychonas Community Council.

SUN, 6 APR Popular Cypriot and Greek songs with the “Martinos Giorgalletos Music Ensemble” SUN, 13 APR Traditional Cypriot dances with the “Lakatamia Municipality Folklore Association” SUN, 27 APR Greek and Cypriot with the “Evagoras Ammmochostou Choir and Music Ensemble” Venue: “Onesilos” Seaside Theatre.

Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 25323211, 25362756.

MON, 3 MAR - SAT, 5 APR ART EXHIBITION “Motion Inertia” A painting exhibition by artist Snezana Bujosevic.

Venue: Dinos Art Café Visiting hours: 19:00-20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 99524007.

THU, 27 MAR - SUN, 20 APR ICON PAINTING EXHIBITION A group icon painting exhibition by artists Antonis Kountouris, Elena Papadopoulou, Myrianthi Constantinidou, Nikolas Papaggelis, Rea Kontou and Chrystalla Droushioti. Organised by Lellos Art Point.

Venue: Lellos Art Point Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 and 15:00-20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 99836975, 25363628.

FRI, 4 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek band “Locomondo”.

Venue: Kingston Town Time: 21:00 Entrance: €20 For further information and reservations please contact 99482702.

SAT, 5 APR BALLET “Don Quixote” With stars of the Russian Ballet Yulia Nepomnyashchaya and Alexander Lityagin. Music: L. Minkus. Choreography: M. Petipa and A. Gorsky.

Venue: Polemidia Municipal Theatre Time: 11:00 (1st show), 19:00 (2nd show) Entrance: €12. Tickets available at all SoEasy Kiosks islandwide and online at www.soldouttickets.com.cy.

For further information please contact 70007705, 99401195.

SUN, 6 APR 2ND DRAGON BOAT CHALLENGE Organised by the Cyprus Dragon Boat Association.

Venue: Germasogeia Dam Time: 9:00-14:30 Participation fee: €10 (per person), €200 (per team) For further information please contact 99424130.

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April 2014 SUN, 6 APR CONCERT “The Amalgamation Project” The project created by Vasiliki Anastasiou, a Cypriot vocalist and composer, borrows and re-arranges traditional melodies from countries around the shores of the Mediterranean Sea and also from the whole of the Balkan Peninsula adding jazz influences. Vocals/compositions: Vasiliki Anastasiou. Guitar/arrangements: Ermis Michael. Nay: Alkis Agathocleous. Double bass: Nicolas Tryphonos. Drums: Stelios Xydias.

Venue: The Old Vinegar Factory Time: 20:00 Entrance: €10 For further information and reservations please contact 99522457.

THU, 24 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Eleonora Zouganeli.

Venue: Perama Time: 21:30 For further information and reservations please contact 25373763.

TUE, 15 APR CONCERT “Borderless Music” A concert with the “Marios Tokas” Limassol Music School, in cooperation with Cyprus’ Youth Symphony Orchestra, South Prague’s Music Schools and Bielsko Biala. The programme includes a variety of Easter concerts interpreting plays of Bach Zelenka, Dvorak etc.

Soloists: Marianna Souri (soprano) and Alex Moskofian (baritone). Conductors: Andrzej Kueybala and Solon Kladas.

Organised by Rialto Theatre.

Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €15, €5 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy.

For further information please contact 77777745.

SAT, 26 APR CONCERT “Fragmented Body/Riverscapes II” A solo performance by Arianna Economou based on the research project titled “Riverscapes: Body Maps/City Maps – Nicosia”. The research and performance attempt to look for a new layer for a transformed City that has lost its River but attempts to recreate a new landscape that makes it whole, trying to regain its original wholeness and integrity.

Performer/Director/Choreographer: Arianna Economou.

Writing for performance: Pantelis Georgiou. Visual Artist: Eser Keseci. Stylist: Anita Michaelides.

Venue: The Old Vinegar Factory Time: 20:30 Entrance: €5 For further information and reservations please contact 97772264.

THU, 24 APR - SUN, 18 MAY PRINTMAKING EXHIBITION By artist Rodica Lomnăşan.

Venue: Hambis Printmaking Center Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-18:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 25222772 (Wed-Sun).

WEBSITE: www.hambisprintmakingcenter.org.cy

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April 2014 TUE, 29 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer/songwriter Socrates Malamas. Accompanied by musicians Lambrini Karakosta (vocals), Nikos Magnisalis (drums), Yiannis Papatriantafillou (contrabass), Fotis Siotas (violin, viola) and Kyriakos Tapakis (lute, mpouzouki).

Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €20, €15 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy.

For further information please contact 77777745.

WED, 30 APR DANCE-THEATRE PERFORMANCE “Lies the always tell the truth” A dance-theatre performance by the Cyprus Theatre Organisation, based on poems by Cypriots poets of the 20th and 21st century. With Greek and English surtitles. Research-selection of poems: Adonis Florides , Giorgos Georgiou, Loukas Prastitis, Emilios Charalambides, Pambos Kouzalis and Antonis Solomou.

Cast: Dimitris Antoniou, Panagiotis Larkou, Polyxeni Savva, Annita Santorineou, Sotos Stavrakis, Andreas Tselepos, Niovi Charalambou and Thea Christodoulidou.

Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €6 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy.

For further information please contact 77777745.

LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) WALK A stroll in Neapolis, Nemesos, Limassol….Lemesos.

See the best of Lemesos in a Walking Tour organised by the Municipality of Lemesos in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. The tour aims to giving you the opportunity to get to know the historical centre of Lemesos by walking through its narrow streets which visually “narrate” its long history.

Monuments of the past, traditional workshops, unique architectural features, the bustling life of the old market and traditional shops all reflect the city´s atmosphere, the main element of this tour.

Every Monday (in English) Starting point: CTO Information Office, 142 Agiou Andreou Str. Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Lemesos (Limassol) Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

For further information on the walks please contact 25362756.

GERMASOGEIA WALKS Every Wednesday (in English) October to April.

Each walk will be organised on every alternate week.

1. Germasogeia - A Village Blessed by Water 9

April 2014 This tour aims to take visitors to the peaceful, picturesque village of Germasogeia 15 minutes away from the beach, to stroll through its narrow streets, see its special architecture, visit its churches, and feel the village life. Water has always been the most important element in the development of Germasogeia. It is bounded by the sea in the south and on its north it has as a physical boundary, the water dam of Germasogeia fed by the river Amathos coming from the mountains of Troodos.

The tour also includes a visit to the water dam of Germasogeia.

2. Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia This tour aims to discover the nature of Germasogeia. The idea is to walk away from the village to the serene surroundings of the area and enjoy a relaxing stroll wandering the hills of Germasogeia. The participants of the tour will enjoy a ride in the old Bedford bus, which drives partly through an earthen road. They will walk (there is some up hill walking) for more than half an hour along the nature trail of the area off Phinicaria laid out by the Forestry Department and enjoy the magnificent view of the water dam and river. In the winter colourful flowers and shrubs cover the valley. The herbs and wild flowers and tree blossoms give a variety of colours and scents.

Starting Point: CTO Information Office, 22 Georgiou A´, Potamos tis Germasogeias, Eastern Entrance of Dasoudi Beach, Tourist area, Germasogeia.

Time: 10.00-13.00 Free guiding and participation

Booking in advance is necessary, by Tuesday afternoon at the latest, giving name and hotel.

The minimum number of participants for the walks to take place is 10 people.

Offered by the Germasogeia Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

For further information and bookings please contact 25323211.

OPEN AIR CREATIVE MARKET Every 2nd Saturday of the month An art crafts market by independent artistis and creative people.

Venue: Medieval Castle Square Time: 9:00-18:00 Organised by the “The City of Handcraft” (Politexnies).

For further information please contact 99073100.

EVENTS IN LARNAKA SUN, 16 FEB - SUN, 30 NOV MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Larnaka Municipality.

SUN, 6 APR Dances from Cyprus, the Greek Islands and Asia Minor with the “Karotseris Dance Group” 10

April 2014 SUN, 13 APR Re-enactment of the traditional Cypriot wedding with the “Vasilitzia Cultural Association” SUN, 27 APR Traditional Cypriot songs and dances with the “Omonoia Aradippou Cultural Association” Venue: Larnaka Seafront Stage, Foinikoudes.

Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 24654322.

THU, 3 APR - WED, 30 APR “LIVING CYPRUS” Inviting passengers to enjoy an overview of the best of Cyprus and its culture by visiting the interactive “Living Cyprus” promotion on departure from Larnaka airport. A traditional tavern and village scene with Cypriot food tastings and craft making, combined with music and dancing will offer a unique and lasting experience of Cyprus before you fly, another opportunity to LIVE Cyprus. Creating more delightful memories of our island to keep in your heart until the next time you visit us! Organised by Hermes Airports Ltd /CTC-ARI Airports Ltd / Cyprus Airports (F&B) Ltd. Venue: Larnaka Airport, Level 2 (Departures) after security Visiting hours: 8:00-20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 24816422.

WEBSITE: www.hermesairports.com FRI, 4 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek singer Kostas Mylosis.

Venue: ShowRoom Café Time: 22:00

Entrance: €10 (including 1 drink) For further information and reservations please contact 95124337.

TUE, 15 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek low bap group “Active Member”.

Venue: Savino Live Time: 21:00 Entrance: €10 For further information and bookings please contact 99860304, 99426011.

LARNAKA WALKS Every Wednesday LARNAKA-PAST AND PRESENT This walk covers the history of Larnaka and its development by focusing on the role that the sea had throughout the centuries.

Starting point: CTO Information Office, Vasileos Pavlou Square.

Time 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Every Friday SCALA - ITS CRAFTSMEN Scala is around the area Larnaka Fort and Agios Lazaros Church. The aim of this walk is to explore the area and visit the Handicraft Workshops created by young ceramic artist most of who are inspired by ancient Cypriot art.

The Walk goes through picturesque streets of the Turkish sector of Larnaka, where visitors have the chance to see traditional white washed houses, houses with kiosks and the present use of this residential area.

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April 2014 Starting point: Larnaka Fort (Medieval Museum).

Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Larnaka Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

For further information and bookings please contact 24654322.

LARNAKA CITY CRUISERS (BIKING TOURS) Tourists and locals alike can view the sights of Larnaka from a different angle by renting a ‘City Cruiser’ biking tour. The special passenger bikes - which look a little like buggy carts with pedals - are already popular in other European destinations where riders (with very strong legs!) cycle with their passengers in the back enjoying the sights. The bikes are an environmentally friendly way to travel as they use a solar-powered battery, meet all European safety standards and are operated by trained riders who know firstaid. They are also suitable for people with disabilities.

There are three tours on offer: The City Centre Tour (which takes in the town centre with all its shops), The Arts and Culture Tour (which takes in the workshops and galleries of Larnaka), and a Historical Tour Around the Town (which takes in the museums, churches and ancient monuments).

These are the first bikes of their kind on the island and are certain to offer

something unique to anyone who wants to see Larnaka and its sights in a memorable way.

Cost: €12 (45 - 50 minutes) per bike (for two persons) with rider.

For further information contact 70005960 or info@mycitycruisers.com.

Website: www.larnakaregion.com

EVENTS IN PAFOS SUN, 16 FEB - SUN, 28 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Pafos Municipality.

SUN, 6 APR “Alternative arrangements on Jazz, Funk, Rock and…Rebetiko music” with the “Bandallou Group” SUN, 13 APR Re-enactment of the traditional Cypriot wedding with the “Aphrodite Geroskipou Folklore Association” SUN, 27 APR A new sound of jazz, latin and ethnic music with the “Irenaeos Koullouras Trio” Venue: Archaeological Park Entrance, Limanaki, Kato Pafos Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 26932841, 26930521.

SUN, 13 APR PAFOS SPRINT TRIATHLON 2014 Organised by Bikin’ Cyprus Event Management.

Venue: Geroskipou Beach Time: 10:00

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April 2014 For further information please contact 97803070.

WEBSITE: www.cyclingcy.com

PAFOS WALK Every Thursday STROLLING AROUND PAFOS TOWN CENTRE (KTIMA) In an effort to get visitors acquainted with Pafos Town Centre (Ktima), which is the newest part of the city of Pafos as opposed to New Pafos, the ancient Hellenistic and Roman Capital of Cyprus, the Municipality of Pafos would like to invite everyone to visit Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) and get to know this part of Pafos, incorrectly considered as merely a shopping area.

The walking tour Strolling around Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) aims to provide an overall picture of Pafos and how Pafos Town Centre evolved and developed from the late Byzantine and Medieval times to what as it was called until recently Κtima. The Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) is associated with the local everyday life of the population. For the Pafians though, Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) has so much more to it….

Through historic references, linked with some very important historic phases including Medieval, Ottoman, British and modern times; one will ‘walk’ into the past but will also get better acquainted with the commercial centre of Pafos.

The walk is led by a licensed CTO qualified guide. It lasts about two and a half hours, including a half-hour break for refreshments.

Starting point: CTO Information Office, 8 Agoras Str. Time: 10:00

Free guiding and participation Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Pafos Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

For further information and bookings please contact 26932841.

EVENTS IN AMMOCHOSTOS SAT, 5 APR GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE With singer Vasilis Karras.

Venue: “Megaro” Reception Hall Time: TBA For further information and reservations please contact 70008545.

SAT, 5 APR MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek band “Locomondo”.

Venue: Aloft Music Bar Time: 22:00 Entrance: €20 For further information and reservations please contact 99637831.

SAT, 5 APR BIRD LIFE CYPRUS FIELD TRIP “Spring migrant” A field trip organised by Bird Life Cyprus.

Venue: Cape Gkreko

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April 2014 Departure point: Kermia Beach Hotel turn-off Departure time: 7:30 (1st meeting time), 9:30 (2nd meeting point for those unable to make the earlier one) For further information please contact 99425050 (Stavros Christodoulides - Field trip Leader).

WEBSITE: www.birdlifecyprus.org SAT, 11 APR - TUE, 15 APR AYIA NAPA YOUTH SOCCER FESTIVAL Organised by Soccerworldcyprus Sports Club.

Venue: Agia Napa Municipality Sports Grounds For further information please contact 23744708, 99596166, 99426644.

WEBSITE: www.soccerworldcyprustournaments.com MON, 21 APR - SUN, 27 APR EASTER ACTIVITIES The programme of activities for the whole family includes Easter bonnet crafting, finding the hidden Easter bunnies and an Easter egg hunt in the maze.

Venue: Cyherbia Herb Garden, Avgorou For further information please contact 99915443.

WEBSITE: www.cyherbia.com

USEFUL TELEPHONES Cultural Services of the Ministry of Education and Culture 22800933 Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation 22128157 Cyprus Theatrical Organisation 22492900 Nicosia Municipal Theatre 77772717 Pallas Theatre 22410181 Strovolos Municipal Theatre 22313010 Lemesos Patticheion Municipal Theatre 25343341 Larnaka Patticheion Theatre 24629300 Larnaka Town Hall Theatre 24665794 Pafos Markideion Theatre 26932571 Rialto Theatre 25343900, 77777745 State Gallery of Contemporary Art 22304947 Famagusta Gate 22430877 The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre 22797400 Lefkosia Municipality Cultural Services 23816300 Anastasios Leventis G Foundation 22667706 Pierides Foundation 24651345 Skali Cultural Centre 22336363 Paralimni Municipality 23819212 Agia Napa Municipality 23816307 Polis Chrysochous Municipality 26321321 Pafos Aphrodite festival Ltd 26822218 Pharos Arts Foundation 22663871 Artos Cultural and Research Foundation 22445455 Theatre ENA 22348203 www.cyprus-tickets.com 7000-9303 NOTE: The Cyprus Tourism Organisation cannot accept responsibility for any changes in any of the events listed above, that may occur due to unforeseen factors. Please contact the organisers by phone for confirmation.

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