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Ecclesiastical Museum – Sotira village
Located in the chapel of Saint George in Sotira village, the Ecclesiastical Museum exhibits important religious treasures, such as sacred icons (including one of Jesus Christ from the 15th century), old forms Gospels, liturgical books, crosses, liturgical vessels and others artefacts. It also houses one of only three portable wooden altars of the 16th century that exist in Cyprus.
Next to the museum is the church of Metamorphosis tou Sotiros (Transfiguration of the Saviour). This stone-built, single-aisle, vaulted church was built above the foundations of an earlier Byzantine basilica temple.
The village itself was significant during Byzantine times, which is reflected in the number of old churches there are in the vicinity of the village.
| Region: | Ammochostos (Famagusta) |
| Address: | Sotira village |
| Contact No: | Tel: +357 23 823 932 |
| Operating Hours: | By appointment. |
| Operating Period: |
All year round. Closed on Public Holidays. |
| Entrance Fee: | Free (donations accepted) |
| Website: | www.sotira.org.cy |
| Opening and closing times as well as entrance fees, are subject to alterations without notice. Visitors are advised to check before visiting. |
Cultural Centre of Famagusta (Ammochostos) Municipality
The Cultural Centre of Occupied Ammochostos (Famagusta) was created to host regular presentations and briefings regarding the prevailing ‘Cyprus Problem’ – the resulting division of the island following the Turkish invasion of 1974.
Binoculars are available for viewing the occupied city of Ammochostos, and there is also a small photographic exhibition.
| Region: | Ammochostos |
| Address: | Evagorou, 35, Deryneia village |
| Contact No: | Tel: +357 23 740 860, Fax: +357 23 740 861 |
| Operating Hours: |
Summer opening hours (8.5 – 1.11): Monday Friday: 07:30 -17:00 Saturday: 07:30-15:00 Winter operning hours (4.11 – 5.5): |
| Operating Period: |
All year round Closed on Public Holidays |
| Entrance Fee: | Free |
| Disabled Access: | Wheelchair accessible |
| Website: | www.famagusta.org.cy |
| Opening and closing times as well as entrance fees, are subject to alterations without notice. Visitors are advised to check before visiting. |
Ancient Idalion Archaeological Site
The archaeological site of Idalion, in the Dali Village area, is one of the most important sites in Cyprus, with many of its rich findings now exhibited in some of the most renown museums of the world.
The ancient city was founded by the Achaean hero of the Trojan war, Chalcanor – descendant of Teucer, the founder of Salamis. According to legend, Ancient Idalion is where Adonis – Aphrodite’s lover – was killed by her jealous lover Aris, the Olympian God of War.
The kingdom flourished until the middle of the 5th century BC, when its capital was besieged and captured by the Phoenician kings of Kition. Finds have been unearthed from both settlements and cemeteries in the region, with the earliest remains of human occupation found at the locality of Agridi, dating back to the 7th and 5th centuries BC.
The site houses a museum and Visitor Centre, which showcase its finds, and is also linked with the Aphrodite Cultural Route.
| Region: | Lefkosia (Nicosia) |
| Address: | Dali village |
| Contact No: | Tel: +357 22 444 818 |
| Operating Hours: |
Monday – Friday: 08:30 – 16:00 Closed on weekends. |
| Operating Period: |
All year round. Closed on Public Holidays. |
| Entrance Fee: |
€2,50 For organised groups consisting of more than 10 persons there is a 20% reduction on the entry fees. The Department of Antiquities can issue special entry cards for all its museums and ancient monuments: One (1) day entry cards – €8,50, three (3) day entry cards – €17,00, seven (7) day entry cards – €25,00. |
| Disabled Access: | Wheelchair accessible. |
| Website: | www.mcw.gov.cy/da |
| Opening and closing times as well as entrance fees, are subject to alterations without notice. Visitors are advised to check before visiting. |
The Church of the Holy Cross of Agiasmati in Platanistasa – Audio Guide
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Four Seasons major renovations!
The Four Seasons Hotel in Limassol (Lemesos), among most beloved 5 Star Deluxe hospitality establishments worldwide, has revealed an update on its extensive renovation works, which began in November 2015.
“Luxury, warmth and elegance are the key words in the concept behind the design. Light colors with prolific use of wood, marble and impressive chandeliers add a chic, sophisticated style!”
There is a brand new reception and lobby area. In the rooms, the new furniture and soft furnishings, fixtures, fittings, lighting and bathrooms will create a total new look. New in-room technology will make everyone’s stay even more comfortable and luxurious.”
Moreover, in the public areas, guests will discover a new dining concept in one of the hotel’s restaurants. Those who visit the Vista Bar & Terrace, the adults pool area, the Shiseido Spa reception area and the Four Seasons Ballroom, will notice that only the impeccable service has remained the same.
As always, these developments are to be made in response to guest feedback and market trends, as Four Seasons continues its efforts anticipate the wishes of guests.
Σχολή Ξεναγών 2018 – 2019
ΑΚΑΔΗΜΑΪΚΟΣ ΚΥΚΛΟΣ ΣΠΟΥΔΩΝ 2018 – 2019
Ιστορικά η Σχολή Ξεναγών άρχισε τη λειτουργία της με την ανεξαρτησία της Κύπρου όταν για πρώτη φορά στην Κύπρο οργανώθηκε σειρά μαθημάτων με εντατικό ρυθμό και δημιουργήθηκε η πρώτη ομάδα ξεναγών. Πρωτεργάτης και θεμελιωτής της Σχολής υπήρξε ο Σάββας Πατσαλίδης, ο οποίος με την ίδρυση του Κυπριακού Οργανισμού Τουρισμού ανέλαβε την μετεξέλιξη και ίδρυση της σχολής υπό την εποπτεία του ΚΟΤ το 1969.
Αρχικά η Σχολή λειτουργούσε με τη συνεργασία του Υπουργείου Παιδείας και του Τμήματος Αρχαιοτήτων, ενώ από το 1994 το εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα υλοποιείται με τη συνεργασία του Πανεπιστημίου Κύπρου.
Η ισχυρή παράδοση και η εκάστοτε Διεύθυνση της Σχολής Ξεναγών υπήρξαν ανέκαθεν η κινητήριος δύναμη για τη συνεχιζόμενη αναβάθμιση της σχολής και την προαγωγή της αριστείας στην εκπαίδευση των φοιτητών της. Είναι από της πρώτες σχολές που έχουν εφαρμόσει το Ευρωπαϊκό πρότυπο εκπαίδευσης ξεναγών και το εκπαιδευτικό πρόγραμμα της Σχολής είναι αναγνωρισμένο από τη Παγκόσμια Ομοσπονδία Συνδέσμων Ξεναγών (WFTGA).
Η Σχολή Ξεναγών είναι αναγνωρισμένη σχολή τριτοβάθμιας εκπαίδευσης από το Υπουργείο Παιδείας και το ΚΥΣΑΤΣ.
Απόσπασμα από την Ετήσια Έκθεση ΚΟΤ για το έτος 1971
