Head to these 3 Cherry Festivals
In Cyprus cherries get in season just as summer is about to begin, and many villages, where the fruit is traditionally grown host festivals.
The festivals are all filled with fun, dancing, music, and of course cherries. Guests are able to sample products made from the fruit, and even enjoy them fresh.
These three festivals are sure to be a great way to spend a day out and enjoy some of the tradition and culture of the island.
Cherry Fest – Treis Elies
The festival will take place in the village of Treis Elies outside Limassol, on June 1 starting at 16:00. There will be an open air market, where visitors will be able to by organic products and other traditional items and handicrafts. There will be cooking demonstrations and tastings, as well as, live music and dance.
Pedoulas Cherry Festival
Pedoulas is well-known for their cherries, and this June they are organising a festival to celebrate the cultivation of the fruit. The festival will be held from June 8 to 9, and it will be a day filled with music, dance, food, and of course cherries and products produced from the fruit.
Platanistasa Cherry Festival
The village of Platanistasa has organised a cherry festival as it has for the past 40 plus years. The festival will be held on June 22 at 20:00 in the town’s main square, and visitors will be able to enjoy all the fun including, food, drinks, music, and dance with reservations. For more information call +357 99 609200.
