January 2011 WED, 22 DEC – SAT, 1 JAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Festivities take place all over Cyprus Events and displays, Christmas carols and celebrations in all towns. THU, 6 JAN EPIPHANY DAY Following a special Mass at the Cathedral of each town, a religious procession takes place down to the sea, at around 10:30 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the sea. During the ceremony, the Bishop throws the Holy Cross into the sea and young men dive into the water to retrieve the cross and return it to the Bishop. For details see beyond each town. BIRD WATCHING IN CYPRUS Birdlife Cyprus arranges bird watching trips regularly. Organised by the Birdlife Cyprus. For further information please contact 22455072, 99059541. Web-site: www.birdlifecyprus.org
EVENTS IN LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WED, 13 OCT – THU, 16 JUN ART EXHIBITION “Art Is…”. An exhibition of the art of Cyprus through the ages. A tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Cyprus. Organised by the Marfin Laiki Bank. Venue: Marfin Laiki Bank Cultural Centre, Vyronos Avenue. Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00, 16:00 – 20:00 (Monday to Friday) and 10:00 – 14:00 (Saturday).
For further information please contact 22718601 / 05. FRI, 5 NOV – SUN, 9 JAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS Christmas celebrations organised by the Nicosia Municipality. Venue: “Constanza” Moat For further information please contact 22797004.. MON, 8 NOV – SUN, 16 JAN ART EXHIBITION An art exhibition entitled “50 Years Society – Culture – Life in the Republic of Cyprus”. On the occasion of the exhibition “Pandoras Box” and other spaces of the Museum will host works of art by Kyriaki Costa, influenced by the recent history of Cyprus. Organised by the Leventeion Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Venue: Leventeion Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Visiting Hours: 10:00-16:30. (Closed on Mondays). For further information please contact 22661475. FRI, 3 DEC – SUN, 27 MAR ART EXHIBITION An art exhibition entitled “Cyprus in Venice 1968 – 2009, 40 years of participation in the Venice Biennale of Art”. In the framework of the programme commemorating the 50th anniversary of Cypriot Independence, a large retrospective exhibition is organized as a tribute to the 40 years of participation of Cyprus in the Venice Biennial of Art, from 1968 to 2009. Organised by the Pierides Foundation in co-operation with the Cultural Services of the Ministry of Education and Culture. Venue: The Nicosia Muncipal Arts Center. 1
January 2011 Visiting Hours: 10:00-15:00 17:00-23:00. (Tuesday-Saturday), 10:00-16:00 (Sundays). Closed on Mondays. For further information please contact 22797400. WEBSITE: www.nimac.org.cy SAT, 11 DEC – SAT, 8 JAN CERAMIC EXHIBITION A ceramic exhibition by Cypriot ceramists. Organised by the Argo gallery Venue: Argo Gallery Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00, 17:00-20:00 (daily). For further information please contact 22754009. FRI, 17 DEC – FRI, 7 JAN PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION A photographic exhibition entitled “Worlds Press Photo 10” Organised by the World Press Photo Foundation-WPPh in cooperation with the Electricity Authority of Cyprus. Venue: Electricity Authority of Cyprus Head Office, Strovolos. Visiting hours: 09:00-21:00 (daily) For further information please contact 22201305, 22201356. TUE, 23 NOV – SUN, 30 JAN ART EXHIBITION An art exhibition entitled “The First Period” by Michalis Michaelides. Organised by the Leventeion Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Venue: Leventeion Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Visiting Hours: 10:00-16:30. (Closed on Mondays). For further information please contact 22661475. SAT, 1 JAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS
Santa Claus arrival to offer gifts to all children and a puppet theatre. Organised by the Aglantzia Municipality. Venue: Amphitheatre and Spilies, Skali Aglantzias. Time: 11:30 For further information please contact 22462233. WEBSITE: www.aglantzia.org.cy THU, 6 JAN EPIPHANY DAY Following a special Mass at the Saint George Church, a religious procession takes place down to the lake of Athalassa, at around 11:00 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the lake. WED, 8 JAN CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Young Artist Platform” with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by L.V.Beethoven, Rodrigo and Villarobos. Conductor: Sasha Mäkilä 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 WED, 19 JAN CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Serenity and Harmony”, with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by A. Dvorak, A. Glazunov and L. v. Beethoven. Soloist: Giannis Myralis (saxophone). Conductor: Sasha Mäkilä 2
January 2011 Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (free for students and soldiers) For further information please contact 22463144 WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy SUN, 30 JAN THEATRE (in greek) “The Penguine or the Emperor’s Trip” with the Antidote Theatre. Stage Director: Xenakis Kyriakides. Music: Giorgos Karvelos. Organised by the Antidote Theatre Venue: Artos Foundation Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 24822677. WEBSITE: www.theatreantidote.com
Chrysaliniotissa and Kaimakli: The Past Restored Guided bus and walking tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation. Every Thursday Guided walking tour of old Lefkosia Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation. Every Friday Lefkosia (Nicosia) - Outside the Walls Guided bus and walking tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation. Organised by the Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation. For further information on the walks please contact 22 674 264. HORSE RACES Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information contact the Nicosia Race Club tel. 22782727.
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.
OPEN AIR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS Every Wednesday - “OCHI” Square (Lefkosia within the walls) Every Friday - Strovolos Municipality (Industrial area, traffic lights). Every Saturday - Lefkosia Old Municipal Square - (Lefkosia within the walls). Organised by the Nicosia Municipality.
EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL) SUN, 2 JAN – SUN, 18 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS
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January 2011 Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Agios Tychonas Community Board. SUN, 2 JAN Music from all over the World with the Masters of Evergreen SUN, 9 JAN “Dancing Under the Blue Sky” with the “Leonidas Pitsillides” music ensemble SUN, 16 JAN Traditional Cypriot dances with the E.A.C of Lefkosia Region SUN, 23 JAN Traditional Cypriot dances with the Limassol Folklore Association SUN, 30 JAN Greek music with the Bouzouki Quartet Venue: “Onesilos” Seaside Theatre. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691221, 25323211, 25362756. FRI, 7 AND SAT, 8 JAN GREEK MUSIC CONCERT With Thanos Mikroutsikos and Christos Thiveos. A musical dialogue between Mikroutsikos and Thiveos who perform, amongst others, poetry by Nikos Kavvadias as this year we celebrate 100 years from the birth of the poet of the sea. Wind Instruments: Thimios Papadopoulos Organised by the Rialto Theatre Venue: Rialto Theatre. Time: 20:30 Entrance: €25, €15 For further information please contact 77777745. THU, 20 JAN CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Serenity and Harmony”, with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by A. Dvorak, A. Glazunov
and L. v. Beethoven. Soloist: Giannis Myralis (saxophone). Conductor: Sasha Mäkilä Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (free for students and soldiers) For further information please contact 22463144, 77777745. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy FRI, 21 JAN MUSIC PERFORMANCE With Eleni Peta and guitarist Panagiotis Margaris. Songs from Portugal, Spain, France, Israel, Mexico, England, meet timeless pieces of Greek songwriter, from the personal albums of Eleni Peta, M.Theodorakis, Hadjidakis, Mikroutsikos and Savvopoulos, creating a unique musical landscape. Organised by the Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €17, €12 For further information please contact 77777745. FRI, 28 JAN ITALIAN ARIAS AND SONGS With the baritone Constantinos Yiannoudes and pianist David Holkeboer for an evening of favorite Italian arias and songs. Organised by the Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre. Time: 20:30 Entrance: € 15, €10 For further information please contact 77777745.
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January 2011 Every Monday. 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 atmoshpere, the main element of this tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office. Spyrou Araouzou 115A. Time: 10:00. Free guiding and participation. Tel: 25362756. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
GERMASOGEIA WALKS Every Wednesday (in English) - October to April. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. Germasogeia – A Village Blessed by Water 1. Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia Every Friday (in Finnish) -November-April. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. Information – How to join – starting and ending point of the walks CTO Information Office, 22 Georgiou A´, Potamos tis Germasogeias, Eastern Entrance of Dasoudi Beach, Tourist area, Germasogeia. Book in advance, give
name and hotel. Time: 10.00-13.00. Free guiding and participation. Tel: 25323211. Offered by the Germasogeia Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. 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. 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. 5
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EVENTS IN LARNAKA SUN, 2 JAN – SUN, 18 DEC MUSICAL SUNDAYS Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation in co-operation with the Larnaka Municipality. SUN, 2 JAN Traditional Cypriot dances with the “Athanasia” Cultural Association SUN, 9 JAN Classical music with the Classical Quartet SUN, 23 DEC Traditional Cypriot songs with the “Vima” Folklore Association SUN, 30 DEC Traditional Cypriot dances with the “Leivadia” Cultural Association Venue: Larnaka Seafront Stage, Foinikoudes. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691221, 24654322. THU, 6 JAN EPIPHANY DAY Following a special Mass at the Saint Lazaros Church, a religious procession takes place down to the Larnaka Pier (Marina), at around 11:00 hrs, leading to a ceremonial baptism of the Holy Cross into the sea. FRI, 7 JAN THEATRE (in Russian) A musical theatre performance for children in Russian. Organised by the Russian Society. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre. Time: 18:30
Entrance: €13 (for children with Christmas gift), €7 (for adults) For further information please contact 24657745 SAT, 8 JAN MUSIC, DANCE, THEATRE “Through the paintings of Kashialos” Tribute to the Cypriot naive artist Participating: Choir of the Assia Folklore Association, Dancing Ensemble and Theatre Group of the Assia Youth Association. Stage director: Kostas Hatzikostas Organised by the Assia Community Council. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:00. Entrance: €10 For further information please contact 24657745. FRI, 21 JAN CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Serenity and Harmony”, with the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by A. Dvorak, A. Glazunov and L. v. Beethoven. Soloist: Giannis Myralis (saxophone). Conductor: Sasha Mäkilä Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre Time: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (free for students and soldiers) For further information please contact 22463144, 24657745. WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy SUN, 23 JAN THEATRE (in greek) “The Penguine or the Emperor’s Trip” with the Antidote Theatre. Stage Director: 6
January 2011 Xenakis Kyriakides. Music: Giorgos Karvelos. Organised by the Antidote Theatre Venue: Antidote Theatre Time: 16:00 For further information please contact 24822677. WEBSITE: www.theatreantidote.com
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. Tel. 24654322. 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. Tel: 24 65 43 22. 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. LARNAKA LOVE BUS CITY SIGHTSEEING Open-air Double-decker Bus Starts Routes in Larnaka. An open-air double-decker bus company has commenced tours in Larnaka offering tourists the opportunity to see the bustling city. Tours on the ‘Love Bus’ operate five times a day (from morning till evening), and take in various sites of interest within the city, including the old aqueduct of Kamares, the Hala Soultan Mosque in Tekke, the ancient harbour of Kition and the Medieval Castle.
Starting point: Palm-tree lined promenade ‘Phinikoudes’ (along Athens Avenue) and lasts one hour. Should the road be closed to traffic, the tour will begin at the Larnaka Police Station at the beginning of Athens Avenue. Time: 11:00, 16:30, 19:30. Prices: €10 for adults and €5 for children. Organised by the “Astrapi” Ltd Company and supported by the Larnaka Regional Tourism Body. For further information please contact 97761761. 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 JAN Music from all over the World with the Trio Tico SUN, 16 JAN 7
January 2011 Greek and international music with the “Sunset” music ensemble SUN, 30 JAN Traditional Cypriot dances with the “Kastro” dance group Venue: Archaeological Park Entrance, Limanaki. Time: 11:00 For further information please contact 22691221, 26932841, 26930521. WED, 22 JAN CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT “Russian Dreams” with the Youth Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by Tcaikovsky, Kosakov and Boroti. Conductor: Sasha Mäkilä Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. Venue: Markideion Theatre Time: 20:00 Free Entrance For further information please contact 22463144, 26932014. 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.
EVENTS IN AGIA NAPA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES AND WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. TUE, 4 JAN Learning Greek FRI, 7 JAN The Engraving Art TUE, 11 JAN The art of clay and ceramic (ancient copies). FRI, 14 JAN The art of Glass TUE, 18 JAN The art of icon painting FRI, 21 JAN The handmade jewelers. TUE, 25 JAN Wine tasting FRI, 28 JAN Learning Greek Venue: « Thalassa » Museum. For further information please contact 23816307.
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January 2011 AGIA NAPA CULTURAL WINTER THU, 4 NOV – THU, 24 MAR Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. THU, 13 JAN Greek music , songs and dances with the Bouzouki Quartet “Ta Telia” THU, 20 JAN Greek music, songs and dances with the Maria Zintili music ensemble and Agia Napa Municipality dance group. THU, 27 JAN Jazz music with the Blue Voice music ensemble. Venue: Agia Napa Town Hall. Time: 20:00. For further information please contact 23816307.
THU, 6 JAN – EPIPHANY DAY Time: 07:00-10:00 Venue: Agia Napa Central Square. For further information please contact 23816307.
WALKS IN AND AROUND AGIA NAPA GET TO KNOW A DIFFERENT DIMENSION OF AGIA NAPA
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 22 410181 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 The Pharos Trust 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.
AGIA NAPA AND THE SEA (by bus) Every Monday (in English and German) Every Friday (in English and Swedish) Starting point: CTO office in Agia Napa at 10:00 hrs. Bookings and further tourist information from CTO office in Agia Napa, Tel. 23 72 17 96. Organisers: The Municipality of Agia Napa in collaboration with the CTO and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.
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