December 2012 SAT, 22 DEC - TUE, 1 JAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Festivities take place all over Cyprus. Events and displays, Christmas carols and celebrations in all towns. 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) THU, 22 MAR - MON, 31 DEC EXHIBITION “Our Lady of Lefkosia - The Church of Phaneromeni and its Relics”. A diachronic account of the history and contribution of the church of Our Lady Phaneromeni to the city of Lefkosia within-the-walls and to the wider island. Exhibits include portable icons, post-Byzantine art woodcuts, carved stone reliefs, golden embroideries, metalworking and manuscripts dating from the 12th to the 20th century as well as portable icons originating from Phaneromeni. Organised by the Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation and the Ecclesiastical Board of Panagia Phaneromeni Church. Under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation Visiting hours: 10:00-19:00 (Mon-Sun). Closed on Bank Holidays. Free Entrance
For further information please contact 80000800. WEBSITE: www.boccf.org FRI, 15 JUN - MON, 31 DEC MOSAIC EXHIBITION By artist George Kepolas. The exhibition will take place besides the worldrenowned Kanakaria mosaics. During the exhibition, the artist will be demonstrating the different stages of the creation of a mosaic. Under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Byzantine Museum, Archbishop Makarios III Foundation Visiting hours: 9:00-16:30 (Mon-Fri), 9:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22430008. WED, 4 JUL - SUN, 30 DEC ART EXHIBITION “In Crisis - Terra Mediterranea” The exhibition aims at detecting, investigating and presenting contemporary artists’ reflections on today’s universal landscape of economic, political, religious, social, but also deeply existential crisis of identity. A dynamic group of 41 artists from Cyprus, the surrounding area and beyond (Greece, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, Bulgaria, Great Britain, United States) will be scrutinising the current turbulence experienced globally, especially as viewed through “Mediterranean” eyes, from both a political and a poetic stance. Curator: Yiannis Toumazis. Organised by the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre and the Leventis Foundation in collaboration with the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus, the Centre de Recherche et de Restauration 1
December 2012 des Musees de France and the Institut Francais de Chypre. Under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: The (Nicosia) Municipal Arts Centre (Old Power House) Visiting hours: 10:00-15:00 and 17:00-23:00 (Tue-Sat), 10:00-16:00 (Sun). Closed on Monday. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22797400. WEBSITE: www.nimac.org.cy WED, 4 JUL - SUN, 30 DEC ART EXHIBITION “[at Maroudia’s Exhibition]” (part of the “In Crisis - Terra Mediterranea” programme). The exhibition, with 28 participating artists, and an affiliated series of events will include existing and new contemporary art works as well as research, and have an element of historical and museological reflection. The exhibition deals with the unwritten feminine histories of Cyprus and their private and public structure. A number of performances and critical workshops will be held within the museum space. Curators: Re Aphrodite group. Organised by the Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre and the Leventis Foundation in collaboration with the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus, the Centre de Recherche et de Restauration des Musees de France and the Institut Francais de Chypre. Under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Ethnological Museum - House of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios Visiting hours: 8:30-15:30 (Tue-Thu-Fri) 8:30-17:00 (Wed), 9:30-15:30 (Sat). Closed on Monday and Sunday. Free Entrance
For further information please contact 22305316. THU, 27 SEP - MON, 31 DEC EXHIBITION “Beyond Dress Codes” A thematic exhibition produces by the Hellenic American Union (HAU) on the occasion of the launching of its editorial programme, the publishing of 12 volumes on Greece’s regional costumes (a special volume for Cyprus included) by sketch artist Gissis Papageorgiou. Organised by the Cyprus Fashion Designers Association and the Laiki Bank Cultural Centre within the framework of the cultural events programme for the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Laiki Bank Cultural Centre Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 & 16:0020:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-14:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday and public holidays. Free Entrance For further information please contact 99470415 (Ms. Christina Pitsillidou). FRI, 16 NOV - SUN, 6 JAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Christmas celebrations organised by the Nicosia Municipality. Venue: “Constanza” Moat For further information please contact 22797004. FRI, 23 NOV - WED, 19 DEC ART EXHIBITION “A Balancing Act” A painting exhibition by artist Costas Neophytides. Under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Famagusta Gate
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December 2012 Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-20:00 (Mon-Sat). Closed on 26/11, 29/11, 12/12 and 18/12. Free Entrance For further information please contact 22797650, 22663067. TUE, 4 DEC 1ST STROVOLOS BAND FESTIVAL The Festival includes performances by the Larnaka Municipality Philarmonic, the Lemesos (Limassol) Municipality Philarmonic and the Strovolos Municipality-European University Symphonic Band in a varied programme with classical, jazz, pop, Greek, movie and Christmas repertoire. Organised by the Strovolos Municipality and the Strovolos Municipality-European University Cyprus Symphonic Band. Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre Time: 20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22313010. THU, 6 DEC THE MICHAEL JACKSON SHOW - THE NAVI EXPERIENCE A tribute to the King of Pop by Michael Jackson impersonator Navi, recreating the iconic stages of Jackson’s incredible career. Organised by Labellondon. Venue: Pavilion Time: 19:00-0:00 Entrance: €30, €20, €10.Tickets available online at www.soldout-tickets.com.cy. For further information please contact 22322222. FRI, 7 DEC CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Without a Conductor”
Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 22313010). For further information please contact 22463144, 22313010. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy SAT, 8 DEC CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT With musicians of the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Antonis Bargilly (violin), Krysztof Wrobel (viola), Peter Gospodinov (cello), Nicos Ioannou (double bass) and Nicolas Constantinou. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 17:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy MON, 10 DEC CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Christmas Elegy” With the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by Puccini, Elgar, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov and Delibes. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 20:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144, 22410181. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy
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December 2012 FRI, 14 DEC CHRISTMAS CHARITY CONCERT With the Maronite Community Choir, the Byzantine Choir and the Lemesos Choir Group of Costas Constantinides. Soloists: Zara Barchoutarian and Katie Economidou. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Organised by the Ecumenical Forum of European Christian Women in Cyprus. Venue: Armenian Church Time: 19:30 Entrance: €5 For further information please contact 99496565. SAT, 15 DEC - SUN, 16 DEC ANNUAL POLYMER CLAY 3RD EXHIBITION AND MARKET Organised by the Cyprus Polymer Clay Association. Venue: Strovolos Town Hall Time: 16:00-21:00 (Sat), 10:00-13:00 & 15:00-20:00 (Sun) Free Entrance For more information please contact 99338502. SUN, 16 DEC CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT “Christmas from all around the World” With the RIMCS Music School Children’s Choir, local choirs and music groups from Cameroon and the Philippines. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Venue: Holy Cross Catholic Church (Pafos Gate) Time: 19:30 Entrance: €5. For further information please contact 99427540. THU, 20 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT
“Christmas with a Tale” With the Polyfonia Chamber Choir (Artistic Direction: Maro Skordi) and the Children’s Choir Epilogi, LCBS (Conductor: Angelina Nicolaidou-Spanou). Narrator: Stavros Louras. Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 22313010). For further information please contact 22463144, 22313010. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy FRI, 21 DEC CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT With the PASYDI Choir, Avra Siati, Katie Economidou and Marios Andreou (soloists), Marios Ioannou (piano) and Zara Barchoutarian (church organ). Organised by “Allilegii” and the Graduates of Eleneio Primary School 1971 (Class of ST1). All proceeds will be donated to charity. Venue: Holy Cross Catholic Church (Pafos Gate) Time: 20:00 Entrance: €5 For further information please contact 99427540. SAT, 22 DEC CHRISTMAS PARTY With Dj Band “Above and Beyond”. Venue: Pavilion Time: 21:30-05:00 Entrance: TBA For further information and tickets please contact 22322222. 4
December 2012 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 Offered by the Lefkosia (Nicosia) 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 (for Monday tour) please contact 22 674264. HORSE RACES Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information 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.
EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) SUN, 2 JAN - SUN, 16 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Agios Tychonas Community Council. SUN, 2 DEC “Love Ballads - Golden Sounds” with the “Stelios Mappouras” music ensemble SUN, 9 DEC Traditional Cypriot and Greek dances with the “Konta stin Paradosi” Folklore Association SUN, 16 DEC Pop music with the “Carpe Diem” vocal ensemble Venue: “Onesilos” Seaside Theatre. Time: 11:00 5
December 2012 For further information please contact 22691247, 25323211, 25362756. TUE, 13 NOV - TUE, 11 DEC ART EXHIBITION “I.D. Euro Signs and Icons 2012” The exhibition focuses on Semiology and Semiotics of Contemporary Art. Venue: Art Studio 55 Visiting hours: 17:30-20:30 (daily) Free Entrance For further information please contact 99603316. SAT, 1 DEC PIANO RECITAL With Cypriot pianist Yiannis Georgiou. The programme includes works by Bach, Beethoven and Brahms as well as the piece “Pictures at an Exhibition” by Moussorgsky. Organised by Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10, €7. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. FRI, 7 DEC THE MICHAEL JACKSON SHOW - THE NAVI EXPERIENCE A tribute to the King of Pop by Michael Jackson impersonator Navi, recreating the iconic stages of Jackson’s incredible career. Organised by Labellondon. Venue: Club Basement Time: 19:00-0:00 Entrance: €20, €10.Tickets available online at www.soldout-tickets.com.cy. For further information please contact 25325752.
FRI, 7 DEC GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE With singer Peggy Zina accompanied by singer Loukas Giorkas. Venue: Monte Caputo Time: 21:00 Entrance: €70, €55, €45 For further information and reservations please contact 99247373, 25636333. WED, 12 DEC MUSIC CONCERT “Tenors of the 21st Century” With Russian tenors Alexander Zakharov, Dmitry Sibirtsev, Maxim Paster, Mikhail Urusov and Alexander Bodanov of the Bolshoi Theatre, Stanislavski an Novaya Opera. The programme includes known and classical successes and international Christmas songs. Within the framework of the European Lemesos (Limassol) Festival. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €25, €20. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. FRI, 14 DEC CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Christmas Elegy” With the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by Puccini, Elgar, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov and Delibes. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144, 77777745. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy 6
December 2012 SUN, 16 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE “Igudesman and Joo: A Little Nightmare Music” A performance with violinist Aleksey Igudesman and pianist Hyung-ki Joo, bringing the ups and downs to the music with great mastery to create parody and travesty to known musical works, showing the dark side of classical music and more. Organised by Rialto Theatre. 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. MON, 17 DEC JAZZ PERFORMANCE With soloists Al Di Meola and G. Rubalcaba. Organised by Rialtho Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €25, €20. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. TUE, 18 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT “Christmas with a Tale” With the Polyfonia Chamber Choir (Artistic Direction: Maro Skordi) and the Children’s Choir Epilogi, LCBS (Conductor: Angelina Nicolaidou-Spanou). Narrator: Stavros Louras. Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30
Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel.77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 22463144, 77777745. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy THU, 20 DEC CHRISTMAS MUSIC CONCERT “Kalin Esperan Archontes” Traditional Christmas carols of the twelve days of Christmas, New Year and Epiphany from Cyprus, Chios, Crete, Dodecanese, Epirus, Thrace, Pontos and Asia Minor with music ensembles “Romanos o Melodos”, “Anatoli” traditional choir and the band of traditional musical instruments of the Music School of the Holy Metropolis of Lemesos. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €7, €5 Tickets available at the Theatre’s box office (tel. 77777745) and online at www.rialto.com.cy. For further information please contact 77777745. SUN, 23 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT With the Byzantine Choir and the Lemesos Choir Group of Costas Constantinides. Soloists: Zara Barchoutarian and Katie Economidou. Organised by the Lemesos Choirs’ Association. Venue: St. Catherine’s Catholic Church Time: 20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 99535219. 7
December 2012 THU, 27 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Greek low bap group “Active Member”. Venue: Tepee Rock Bar Time: 23:00-02:00 Entrance: €15 For further information and reservations please contact 25328222. FRI, 28 DEC GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE A piano-voice programme with composer Thanos Mikroutsikos and singer Rita Antonopoulou. Organised by Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €18, €12. 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.
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. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. 1. Germasogeia - A Village Blessed by Water 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.
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December 2012 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, giving name and hotel. 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: Old Fruit and Vegetable Market (Pantopoulio) Time: 9:00-18:00 Organised by the “The City of Handcraft” (Politexnies). For further information please contact 99073100.
EVENTS IN TROODOS SUN, 2 DEC “Zivania Festival”. Organised by the Troodos Tourism Board and the Pelendri Community Council. The programme includes on-site zivania distillation process, preparation of “palouzes”, a market with traditional local products and a music performance with traditional Cypriot songs and dances. Visitors will have the chance to visit the village’s local churches. The Troodos Tourism Board provides free transportation from Lefkosia and Lemesos to the event’s location. Reservation is necessary. From Lefkosia (Nicosia): Buses will depart at 9:30hrs from the Cyprus Handicraft Centre and return at 16:00hrs. Reservations: Tel. 22674264, CTO Information Office, Lefkosia. From Lemesos (Limassol): Buses will depart at 10:00hrs from the CTO Information Office in Germasogeia and will return at 16:30hrs. Reservations: Tel. 25323211, CTO Information Office, Germasogeia. Venue: Pelendri Cultural Centre Time: 11:00 onwards Free Entrance 9
December 2012 For further information please contact 99352547.
EVENTS IN LARNAKA SUN, 8 JAN - SUN, 16 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Larnaka Municipality. SUN, 2 DEC Traditional Cypriot dances with the “Omonoia Aradippou“ Cultural Association SUN, 9 DEC Light Classical and Popular Music with the “Stradivarius Trio” music ensemble SUN, 16 DEC Traditional Cypriot Christmas Carols with the “Michalis Hadjimichael” music ensemble Venue: Larnaka Seafront Stage, Foinikoudes. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 24654322. SUN, 9 SEP - MON, 31 DEC ART EXHIBITION “A Meeting of Contemporary and Ancient Art” An exhibition by well-known Cypriot artist Theodoulos Georgiou. Organised by the Laiki Bank Cultural Centre Within the framework of the cultural events programme for the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Venue: Pierides - Laiki Bank Museum Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 & 14:00-18:00 (Tue-Fri), 9:00-14:30 (Mon & Sat). Closed on Sunday and public holidays. For further information please contact 24814555, 22718603.
FRI, 5 OCT - THU, 10 JAN 4TH CYPRUS - MALTA CERAMICS EXHIBITION A ceramics exhibition featuring various events and demonstrations by the members of the Pottery and Ceramics Association. Organised by the Larnaka Municipality and the Cyprus Pottery and Ceramics Association. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Archives Museum Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 & 15:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri) Free Entrance For further information please contact 24629333. MON, 8 OCT - THU, 10 JAN ART EXHIBITION An art exhibition with works by artists Evros Evriviades, Andreas Paraskeva, Maria Tourou and Mikella Psara. Organised by the Larnaka Municipality. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Gallery Visiting hours: 9:00-13:00 & 15:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri), 9:00-13:00 (Sat). Closed on Sunday Free Entrance For further information please contact 24658848. MON, 3 DEC CHARITY MUSIC CONCERT A music tribute to Greek composer Manos Hadjidakis with Maria LoukaidouSchroeder (piano), Marios Pavlou (violin), Kate Economidou (vocals) and Neophytos Neophytou and Olga Pieridou (narration). Organised by the Association for the Support of Alzheimer’s Patients. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €10. All proceeds will be donated to support Alzheimer’s patients. 10
December 2012 For further information and tickets please contact 99483160, 24627104. WED, 5 DEC CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Without a Conductor” Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 24665794). For further information please contact 22463144, 24665794. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy SAT, 8 DEC - SUN, 9 DEC ARTS & CRAFTS EXHIBITION An exhibition by various artists, with jewellery, decorative objects, painting and many more made of beads, clay, glass, fabric and recycling materials. Organised by the Youth Foundation in Larnaka and All Glass. Venue: Store Houses (Apothikes) Visiting hours: 15:00-21:00 (Sat), 10:00-21:00 (Sun) Free Entrance For further information please contact 24664622, 99461812. SAT, 15 DEC CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT With the choir of the “Elliniko Odeion of Kiti and Aradippou”, Zara Barchutarian (piano, church organ, vocals) and Katie Economidou (vocals). Conductor: Laoura Charalambous. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Venue: Terra Santa Catholic Church Time: 19:30
Entrance: €5 For further information please contact 99449708. WED, 19 DEC MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Iron Maiden tribute/cover band “Maiden uniteD”. The programme includes a set of classic Iron Maiden songs in acoustic form. Venue: Barrel House Time: 21:00 For further information and bookings please contact 24622455. WED, 19 DEC CHRISTMAS CONCERT “Christmas with a Tale” With the Polyfonia Chamber Choir (Artistic Direction: Maro Skordi) and the Children’s Choir Epilogi, LCBS (Conductor: Angelina Nicolaidou-Spanou). Narrator: Stavros Louras. Conductor: Alkis Baltas. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 24665794). For further information please contact 22463144, 24665794. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy MON, 31 DEC NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS A festive program on New Year’s Eve with music, a fireworks show, free drinks and nuts, Santa Claus with presents for the children and cutting of the traditional New Year’s Cake by the Mayor of Larnaka. Organised by the Larnaka Municipality. 11
December 2012 Venue: Europe Square Time : 23:00 For further information please contact 24657745.
Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information and bookings please contact 24654322.
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. 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.
HALF-DAY EXCURSIONS TO LARNAKA’S PICTURESQUE VILLAGES “A JOURNEY THROUGH AUTHENTIC VILLAGE LIFE” November (24/11) - March (30/3) The Larnaka Tourism Board offers a bonus for guests staying in Larnaka’s hotels and apartments during winter (November-March) which is a free excursion to Larnaka’s traditional villages! The excursion will take you to a journey through authentic village life. Starting with a visit to the picturesque village of Lefkara, you will be welcomed in true Cypriot style with a drink and a traditional treat. A guided tour of the local attractions captures the spirit and rich history of the village as it takes you through the narrow streets where the women hand-make lace. At the next stop of Tochni, breathtaking natural views greet you. During a tour of this pretty village with its old stone architecture, you will get to take part in a traditional cooking session that recreates the authentic flavours of the island. Every Saturday from 9:00hrs-15:00hrs Pick up points: 9:00 Golden Bay Hotel & Lordos Beach Hotel 9:10 Palm Beach Hotel 9:20 Bus stop in Athenon Avenue (Finikoudes - Palm Trees Promenade) 9:25 Livadhiotis City Hotel 9:30 Flamingo Beach Hotel Booking in advance is necessary.
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December 2012 For reservations please contact 24664880, 99207209 the latest one day before the excursion (by Friday 13hrs). 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, 2 JAN - SUN, 18 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Pafos Municipality. SUN, 2 DEC “All that Jazz” with the “Jazz Society” music ensemble SUN, 9 DEC Baroque, classical and romantic music with the “Collegium Cyprium String Quartet” music ensemble Venue: Archaeological Park Entrance, Limanaki, Kato Pafos Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691247, 26932841, 26930521. SAT, 1 DEC - SAT, 22 DEC ART EXHIBITION “Collector’s Room” A solo drawings and sculpture exhibition by Japanese artist Chiaki Kamikawa. Venue: Chiaki Kamikawa Contemporary Art Gallery Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00 and 16:00-18:00 (Tue-Fri), 10:00-13:00 (Sat). Free Entrance For further information please contact 99311225. WEBSITE: www.c-kamikawa.com THU, 6 DEC CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Without a Conductor” Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Markideion Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (18-26 years old and pensioners). Free entrance vouchers for 13
December 2012 students under 18 years old. Tickets available at the theatre’s box office (tel. 26932571). For further information please contact 22463144, 26932571. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy
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, 3 Gladstonos 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 AGIA NAPA THU, 15 OCT - THU, 21 MAR AGIA NAPA CULTURAL WINTER Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. THU, 13 DEC “Love seen through the popular songs’ Traditional Music and Dances with the “Michalis Hadjimichael musical group” and the Cultural Association of Liopetri “I Paradosi”. THU, 20 DEC Christmas music and songs with the Philharmonic band of the Police Force of Cyprus Venue: Agia Napa Municipal Conference Hall Time: 20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 23816307. AGIA NAPA CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. SAT, 1 DEC - FESTIVE LIGHTING OF CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS 14
December 2012 Time: 17:00 SUN, 9 DEC CHILDREN’S CELEBRATIONS Time: 14:00-18:00 MON, 31 DEC - NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATIONS WITH CHRISTMAS CAROLS, FIREWORKS, TRADITIONAL DELICACIES AND CYPRUS WINE Time: 21:00 - dawn Venue: Agia Napa Central Square Free Entrance For further information please contact 23816307. TUE, 6 NOV - TUE, 26 MARCH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES AND WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS A variety of educational programmes, workshops and activities for adults that promote with great respect and admiration Cyprus’ history and culture, archaeology, arts, marine and natural environment. The participants have the opportunity apart from theoretical aspects to active participate and learn among others the art of clay and ceramic, glass hagiography, basket making, mosaic, weaving and hand-made jeweller. Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. TUE, 4 DEC The art of clay and ceramic (ancient copies) TUE, 11 DEC Wine tasting Venue: Thalassa Agia Napa Municipal Museum Time: 15:00 Free participation For further information please contact 23816366. WEBSITE: www.thalassamuseum.org.cy FRI, 14 DEC GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE
With singers Nikos Portokaloglou and Philippos Pliatsikas. Venue: Aloft Music Bar Time: 23:00-02:00 Entrance: €25 For further information and bookings please contact 99637831. FRI, 28 DEC GREEK MUSIC PERFORMANCE With singer Vassilis Papaconstantinou. Venue: Aloft Music Bar Time: 23:00-02:00 Entrance: TBA For further information and bookings please contact 99637831. AGIA NAPA WALK - November to April Agia Napa and the Sea: A Different Dimension This “walk” interprets the historic connection of the area of Agia Napa with the sea and the recent development of the village. The participants are driven to Cape Greco to walk up to the top of the “tigani” (flat bottomed frying pan) where they will have the chance to learn about the archaeology of the area, its connection with the sea, and get to know its natural beauties. Then they will be driven to Ayii Anargiri, a chapel in the northern part of Cape Greco. After a coffee break, the “walk” continues along the coast to the archaeological site of Makronisos. Every other Wednesday - in English and German - in English and Swedish Guided bus tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Agia Napa, 12 Leoforos Kryou Nerou. Time: 10:00 Free guiding and participation 15
December 2012 Booking in advance is necessary Offered by the Agia Napa 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 23721796.
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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