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Cyprus Assumes its Cosmopolitan Identity at the Venice Biennale

A transnational project under the name of oO is The Republic of Cyprus’ contribution at the 55th Venice Biennale.

A Glimpse of Cypriot Art: The Seductive Symbolism of the Everyday

Cyprus is unheralded on the international art scene, yet it has produced some compelling contemporary masters.

Four Cypriot Writers

A relatively small population and a turbulent history have meant that Cypriot literature has not reached the audience it deserves. The four writers below encapsulate the best of Cypriot literature.

Michael Cacoyannis: An Overlooked Icon of Cypriot Cinema

Michael Cacoyannis was one of the most prominent Greek Cypriot directors of the 20th century and a vital ambassador for both Cypriot culture and society, and the classical Greek theatre which he adored.

Cyprus Galleries and Museums

Gallery | Pharos Centre for Contemporary Art

Through the work of established international artists and curators, the Centre seeks to initiate a new artistic dialogue that will evolve and in turn bring about a greater dialogue within the broader European art context.

Gallery | Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre

Housed in an old Power Station building, the Centre has organized and presented more than 70 exhibitions of contemporary art from Cyprus and abroad, during its 17 years existence, whilst also fulfilling multifaceted educational and pedagogical activities.

Gallery | Diatopos Centre for Contemporary Art

Established in the year 2000, the Centre is a live and dynamic space of meeting and communication between authors, theorists, art and the public.

Museum | Diachroniki Gallery

In three galleries in the centre of the old town of Nicosia you will find an extensive exhitibition of carefully chosen and high quality works of art, antiques and art reproductions including contemporary and historical Cyprus art works.

Museum | Cyprus Classic Motorcycle Museum

Established by Andreas Nicolaou, a personal endeavour which started 20 years ago, today, this collection comprises more than 150 motorcycles. At the Museum visitors can see motorcycles that date between 1914 and 1983.

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Cyprus Tours

    Natural History Museum Marine Life Exhibition Tour

    Take a museum tour that is suitable for any age to learn about the unique flora and fauna of Cyprus as well as the conservation efforts. Learn more about the fish and bird species that populate this rich marine environment.

    Cyprus Hotels

    Casale Panayiotis

    Based in the rural village of Kalopanayiotis in the Troodos mountains, and overlooking St John Lampadistis monastery, the Casale Panayiotis is newly restored hotel in the style of the surrounding village.

    Rimi Hotel

    Situated in the old-town of Nicosia among the shops and restaurants, the Rimi Hotel is a beautifully renovated hotel in a traditional area, and within walking distance of museums and the municipal theatre.

    The Mill Hotel

    Located 5km from the summit of the Troodos Mountains, The Mill Hotel offers the perfect retreat with it's range of fantastic views and scenic walks.

    Cyprus Restaurants

    Pyxida Fish Tavern

    Concentrating on good food at a reasonable price within a warm atmosphere, the Pyxida Fish Tavern offers a great deal of fish dishes with a number of them personal recipes of the owners.

    Oliveto Restaurant

    Located at the Tomb of the Kings in Paphos, the Oliveto Restaurant offers its diners the chance to cook their own meat on a volcanic stone.

    St Georges Tavern

    Having no set menu, the St Georges Tavern instead prepares meze dishes according to the produce that is freshest, all within a rustic atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era.