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Eleftheria Square
Like almost every capital, Nicosia has an impressive historical main square, Eleftheria (Liberty) square, which forms the intersection of the old city, within the walls, and the capital’s modern districts. Designed by the architect Zaha Hadid, who is famous for her neo-futuristic designs and playful geometric shapes, the square reflects Nicosia’s diversity and abundance of urban styles. Have the most special evening stroll in the square’s astonishing gardens, fountains, and walking/cycling paths, with the imposing, massive fortified Venetian walls in the background
Ledra Street
Ledra street is one of the most important commercial roads of Nicosia. It is a rather narrow road, 1 km long, with many international and local shops and a number of restaurants and coffee shops. It runs parallel to Onasagorou street, which, like Ledra, is a pedestrian only, lively street with shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. The amalgamation of the traditional with the modern, the old and the new, is most prominent in Onasagorou street, making it an interesting road to wander before choosing one of the many places to devour a meal and/or have a drink
Faneromeni Square and Church
If you are looking for a buzzing atmosphere with vibrant energy, then Faneromeni Square and Church is undoubtedly the place for you. Between Onasagorou and Ledra streets, the square is always packed with locals and tourists who look to enjoy a meal, coffee, or dessert in one of the many atmospheric traditional and modern places there
Archbishop's Palace
One of Nicosia’s most important religious, national, and political monuments is the Archbishop’s Palace, an 18th century two-storey building with a stunning Neo-Byzantine architectural style. The building accommodates the headquarters of the Church of Cyprus while it is also the residence of the Archbishop of New Justiniana. This majestic building is definitely a must-see, not only because it evokes admiration but also for a tour at the Byzantine Museum, the Library of the Archdiocese, the FolkArt Museum and the National Resistance Museum which are housed there and open for anyone who wishes to visit them
Venetian Walls
Nicosia is also famous for its three entrances in old Nicosia, through the Venetian walls, that were designed by the famous military engineer Giolio Savorgnano, in 1567. Famagusta Gate, which was initially called “Porta Gioliana”, opened the road that led to Famagusta, which used to be the most important harbour town. The internal entrance of the gate is still majestic while many cultural events take place there from time to time
Cyprus Museums
Cyprus Museum
Situated in Lefkosia (Nicosia), this is the main archaeological Museum of Cyprus and traces the long history of civilization on the island from prehistoric times to the early Christian period. Extensive excavations throughout the island have enriched the collections of the museum considerably and brought Cypriot archaeology to the fore front of international archaeological research. Here the cultural heritage of Cyprus, such as pottery, jewelry, sculpture and coins from the Neolithic period to the Bronze Age, Iron Age and the Greco-Roman period, is cherished and displayed for everyone to enjoy. Star exhibits include the statue of Aphrodite of Soloi, a gold jewelry collection and relics from the royal tombs of Salamis.The museum is a stop on the Aphrodite Cultural route
The National Struggle Museum
The museum is located in the square near the Archbishopric.The museum display documents, photographic material, personal belongings of the heroes and other memorabilia related to the struggle against British Rule.
The museum was founded after the end of the 1955-1959 National Liberation Struggled, by EOKA fighter Christodoulos Papachrysostomou.
Specially designed new premises opened in 2001. The expenses were covered by the Holy Archebiscopic of Cyprus and the Cyprus Ministry of education and Culture
Kolossi Castle
Kolossi Castle
Fourteen kilometers west of Limassol lies the Kolossi Castle, a three-storey limestone structure built during the Frankish period, in the early 13th century. In its current form it dates back to the 15th century, whereas extensions and modifications were made to it during the Ottoman occupation, from the late 16th to the 19th centuries. This castle is one of the most significant Frankish fortification works that remain in free Cyprus. It is directly associated with the presence of monastic knight orders on the island – the Knights Templar and the Knights of the Order of St. John. The walls of the castle, or fort, as it is also known, contain an aqueduct, a sugar factory and the byzantine church of St. Efstathios. The castle is also associated with the production of fine wines, foremost among them being the commandaria, during the medieval and subsequent eras. The Kolossi Castle ranks among the other important fortification monuments of the period, the castles of Rhodes and Malta, and the Krak des Chevaliers in Syria
Ancient Kourrio
Kourion Archaeological Site
The archaeological remains of Kourion – which was one of the island’s most important city-kingdoms in antiquity – are of the most impressive on the island, and excavations have unearthed many significant finds, which can be viewed at the site. The city-kingdom was built on the hills of the area, and overlooked and controlled the fertile valley of the river Kouris. According to archaeological finds, evidence suggests that Kourion was associated with the Greek legend of Argos of Peloponnese, and that its inhabitants believed they were descendents of Argean immigrants. The once-flourishing kingdom was eventually destroyed in a severe earthquake in 365 AD
Vouni Panayias Winery - Panayia
Vouni Panayias Winery - Panayia
Vouni Panayia winery, is a strictly family business set by two brothers and a cousin, which transmitted their passion to the new generation. After gaining the necessary knowledge in viticulture and oenology from the University of Florence in Italy, the new breed nowadays plays an active part in running the winery. Generation after generation, the family vineyards at Vouni Panayia are cultivated with passion, great care and respect to the exceptional viticultural character of the area. The people at Vouni Panayia blend tradition with innovation, experience with knowledge and create quality wines, from selected grapes of indigenous varieties cultivated in the winery's vineyards, that carry all distinct characteristics of the region