Explore Lania’s streets and gardens

• 2019-05-02

Wander the streets of Lania – a quaint village outside Limassol – boasting a rich history of wine and zivania production, and beautiful gardens that are open to visitors during…

Easter Sunday in Cyprus

• 2019-04-25

Easter in Cyprus is a day of celebration, and many people spend it with their families and friends, making souvla and giving gifts of chocolate eggs to children, and enjoying…

Holy Saturday and Christ’s resurrection

Holy Saturday represents the culmination of Holy Week for Orthodox Christians in Cyprus, as the day begins with the first resurrection and culminates in celebrations of Christ’s ascension into heaven.…

Good Friday and Cyprus’ traditions

After the crucifixion on Thursday night, the church goes into mourning for Jesus, and the services in Cyprus reflect the occasion, with Good Friday being one of the most important…

Holy Thursday and the climax of Christ’s Passion

Holy Week recounts the life of Jesus Christ and his death and resurrection, but for many believers Easter is a holiday that represents the promise that there is life after…

10 churches to celebrate Easter in Nicosia

• 2019-04-24

If you are looking to enjoy a unique Easter experience in the winding streets of Nicosia’s old town, than head to these ten churches during Holy Week. The old town…

Holy Wednesday and the Last Supper traditions

Holy Wednesday has arrived, and Orthodox Christians in Cyprus will be preparing for the passion of Christ, as the day commemorates the last supper Jesus had with his disciples, and…

Six convents to visit as Easter approaches

• 2019-04-23

Easter season is here, and many people will want to head out and visit some of the island’s churches and monasteries, which have all be decorated to welcome the holiday.…

Holy Tuesday celebrations in Cyprus

As Holy Week continues in Cyprus, and preparations continue for Easter, many church-goers will be heading to services on Tuesday, which will represent another of Christ’s moments in Jerusalem, ahead…

Easter in the village

• 2019-04-22

During the days leading up to Easter in Cyprus, aside from enjoying all the delicious treats available at the bakeries, you could be looking to reflect and visit the beautiful…