Easter, the biggest Greek Orthodox religious feast is celebrated in Cyprus with great solemnity.
This year the Holy Week begins on the 10th of April (Holy Monday) and ends on the 16th of April (Easter Sunday).
Evening services take place throughout the Holy Week and traditional games are organised in many villages on Easter Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. (17 - 18/4/2017).
As the Services of the Holy Week coincide with Spring, the divine Passions seem to relate to the passions and resurrection of Nature and man.
Nicosia (Lefkosia) Municipality: www.nicosia.org.cy
Traditional occupations in Laiki Geitonia Neighbourhood - Events in April 2017
Organisers: Management Committee of Tenants in Laiki Geitonia - Nicosia (Lefkosia) Municipality
Laiki Geitonia is a traditional neighbourhood inside the city walls. A stroll in this pedestrianised area gives the perfect insight into life in the Lefkosia of yesterday with its buildings that date from the 18th century and its narrow winding streets lined with little shops and craft workshops.
Thursday, 13 - Saturday, 15 April 2017
During Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday (Greek Orthodox Easter) various craftsmen will demonstrate their work in the streets of Laiki Geitonia: Metalwork - production of copper and other metal utensils (Venue: 7 Aristokyprou Street), Basket weaving (Venue: 1 Praxippos Street) and traditional looms (Venue: 18 Aristokyprou Street).
Time: 09:30
Every Tuesday
See the art of “Lefkaritiko” embroidery taught by Mrs Helen, a hand embroidery expert from Lefkara village.
Venue: 8 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 11:45
5 & 19 April 2017
It’s “Loukoumades” time! Come and savour this sweet dessert made of deep fried golden brown dough balls dipped in honey syrup!
Venue: 1 Praxippos Street
Time: 12:00
12 & 26 April 2017
Join us as we made the traditional Cypriot “Pasteli”, healthy nutritious bars made from caramelised carob syrup or honey and nuts.
Venue: 35 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 12:00
Every Wednesday
See the art of “Lefkaritiko” embroidery taught by Mrs Maria, a hand embroidery expert from Lefkara village.
Venue: 6 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 11:45
Tea time! Making tea with Cypriot herbs is a great way to boost your health, so join us as we make teas with amazing aromas.
Venue: 14 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 12:00
Every Thursday
Knowing how to start the yarn on a crochet hook is your first step to crocheting, the next one is to watch one of these demonstrations on how to make Cypriot hand crochet!
Venue: 18 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 11:45
Nature’s remedy and other wonders! Learn how to make beeswax salve and essential oils.
Venue: 14 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 12:00
Every Friday
See the art of “Lefkaritiko” embroidery taught by Mrs Roula, a hand embroidery expert from Lefkara village.
Venue: 6 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 11:45
Learn how to cook a traditional Cypriot dish, such as kolokasi (rato), Pork Afelia, ofton kleftiko (lamb with potatoes roasted in wood fired oven) or zucchini balls for vegans!
Venue: 1 Praxippos Street or 27 Aristokyprou Street
Time: 12:00
From Wednesday, April 05, 2017
To Friday, April 28, 2017
