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FRI, 1 OCTCYPRUS INDEPENDENCE DAYMilitary parade in Nicosia.

THU, 28 OCTGREEK NATIONAL DAYStudent parades in all towns.

BIRD WATCHING IN CYPRUSBirdlife Cyprus arranges bird watching trips regularly. Organised by the Birdlife Cyprus. For further information please contact 22455072, 99059541.Web-site: www.birdlifecyprus.org

EVENTS IN LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA)

TUE, 1 JUN – TUE, 30 NOV EXHIBITION- CYPRUS AND ITALY IN THE AGE OF BYZANTIUMAn exhibition of icons, sacred lyrics and other examples of Byzantine art from the collection of the Byzantine Museum of Cyprus and other private collections. Organised within the occasion of the Italian Cultural Month.Organised by the Byzantine Museum of the Archbishop Makarios III Foundation in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Italian Embassy.Venue: Byzantine Museum.Visiting hours: 09:00-13:00, 14:00 – 16:30 (Monday to Friday) and 09:00 – 13:00 (Saturday). For further information please contact 22430008 22691290.

MON, 4 – SUN, 17 OCT ART EXHIBITION

An exhibition by young Cypriot artists on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Cyprus. Organised by the Nicosia Municipality.Venue: Melina Merkouri HallVisiting hours: 10:00-13:00, 16:00 – 19:00 (Monday to Friday) and 16:00 – 19:00 (Saturday and Sunday). For further information please contact 22797651, 99695669.

TUE, 5 OCTCLASSICAL GERMAN MUSICWith the MarineMusikCorps Ostsee. Composer : Friedrich Szepansky. Anniversary for 20 years of United Germany. Organised by the Embassy of Germany.Venue: Pallas Theatre Time: 18:00Free EntranceFor further information please contact 22456615, 99544229.

FRI, 8 OCTVIOLIN AND PIANO RECITALWith Danae Papamatthäou-Matschke (violin) and Uwe Matschke (piano). The programme includes works by Franck, Beethoven, Bach and Terzakis. Organised by the Pharos Arts Foundation.Venue: The Show Factory.Time: 20:30For further information please contact 22663871.WEBSITE: www.pharosartsfoundation.org

SUN, 10 – SUN, 31 OCTBRAZILIAN CULTURE MONTH

SUN, 10 - FRI, 15 OCT7TH BRAZILIAN FILM FESTIVALVenue: The Show FactoryTime: 20:30

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FRI, 1 OCT – TUE, 30 NOVBRAZILIAN BOOK MONTHVenue: Mufflon Book Shop

FRI, 1 - SUN, 31 OCT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMME / BRAZIL IN THE PRIMARY SCHOOLVenue: Highgate Primary School and Pefkios Georgiades Elementary School.

Organised by the Pharos Trust. For further information please contact 22663871.WEBSITE: www.pharosartsfoundation.org

WED, 13 – FRI, 22 OCT5TH CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALScreenings, short films and documentaries followed by a closing ceremony announcing the award winning film presenting the “Golden Aphrodite” award on 18/10 at the Pallas Theatre. Organised by the CYIFF.Venue: Pantheon Art Cinema (13 -17/10)Venue: Pallas Theatre (18/10)For further information please contact 99798112. WEBSITE: www.cyprusfilmfestival.org

WED, 13 OCT – THU, 16 JUN ART EXHIBITION An exhibition of Cyprus art through the ages, a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Cyprus. Organised by the Marfin laiki Bank.Venue: Marfin laiki Bank Cultural Centre, Vyronos Avenue.Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00, 16:00 – 20:00 (Monday to Friday) and 10:00 – 14:00 (Saturday).

For further information please contact 22718601 / 05.

SAT, 16 OCTARTISTS BAZAARA presentation of the history of Nicosia by the young artists who work in Nicosia. Organised by the “Leventeion” Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Venue: The “Leventeion” Municipal Museum of Nicosia. Visiting hours: 10:30-17:00.For further information please contact 22661475.WEBSITE: www.leventismuseum.org.cy

WED, 20 – MON, 25 OCTART PRESENTATIONA presentation of the work of the artist Patrizio Travagli under the title “Dematerialized Art” which is within the frame of Paris Biennale. Organised by the “Biennale de Paris” and the Artos Foundation. Venue: Ledra street Information Office.For further information please contact 22797147.

SAT, 23 OCTART PRESENTATIONA presentation of the work of the artist Paul Robert under the title “Dematerialized Art” which is within the frame of Paris Biennale. Organised by the “Biennale de Paris” and the Artos Foundation. Venue: Ledra street Information Office.Visiting hours: 10:00-14:00.For further information please contact 22797147.

MON, 25 AND TUE, 26 OCTMUSIC CONCERT

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with Alkinoos Ioannides. Chamber Choir: Lege Artis of St Petersburg - Director: Boris Abalyan. Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Conductor: Giorgos Kountouris. Alkinoos Ioannidis: Song, lute, guitar double bass, flute, percussions. Giorgos Kaloudis: Cretan lyre Linos Ioannidis: recitation. Organised by the Rialto Theatre.Venue: Strovolos Municipal Theatre.Time : 20 :30For further information please contact 22313010.

MON, 25 - TUE, 2 NOVPHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITIONBy the Ukranian photographer Alexander Kupchynskyy. Organised by the Cyprus Photographic Society.Venue: “Palia Agora” Pallouriotissas.Visiting hours: 10:00-13:00, 16:00-19:00.For further information please contact 22466330, 99695669.

LEFKOSIA (NICOSIA) WALKSGet to know the capital by walkingWithin the framework of wider efforts to get foreign visitors better acquainted with the old city within the walls, the Lefkosia (Nicosia) Municipality from 1987 established a series of thematic walking tours. These tours have been reorganised to present various new aspects of the old city as well as the city outside the walls. A city like Lefkosia (Nicosia) with its 5000 yearlong history has much to offer. By walking, one gets a better feel for a place and its yearlong atmosphere, then and now, and a better understanding of its continual cultural development. This is the philosophy upon which these walking tours of Lefkosia (Nicosia) are based.

Every MondayChrysaliniotissa and Kaimakli: The Past Restored Guided bus and walking tour.Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation.Every ThursdayGuided walking tour of old LefkosiaStarting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation.Every FridayLefkosia (Nicosia) - Outside the WallsGuided bus and walking tour. Starting point: CTO Information Office in Laiki Geitonia at 10:00. Free participation. Organised by the Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.For further information on the walks please contact 22 674 264.

HORSE RACES Organised by the Nicosia Horse Race Club. For further information contact the Nicosia Race Club tel. 22782727.

OPEN AIR FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETSEvery Wednesday - “OCHI” Square - (Lefkosia within the walls)Every Friday - Strovolos Municipality (Industrial area, traffic lights).Every Saturday - Lefkosia Old Municipal Square - (Lefkosia within the walls).Organised by the Nicosia Municipality.

EVENTS IN LEMESOS (LIMASSOL)

FRI, 17 SEP - SAT, 30 OCTNAUTILUS CYPRUS 2010

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The programme includes screenings of International Documentaries, introduction to sailing (19/9, 3 and 10/10), Performance for kids “Alexander’s the Great Mermaid and the Kyrenia ship” (17/10) at 18:30hrs. For further information please contact 25342123.WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org

SAT, 23 - SUN, 31 OCTRS-X YOUTHWORLD CHAMPIONSHIPSPart of the “Nautilus Cyprus 2010”.Venue: Agios TychonasFor further information please contact 25342123.WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org

FRI, 17 SEP - SAT, 30 OCTEXHIBITIONS: “OF THE SEAS”, AND “CYPRUS BLUE DEEP”Part of the “Nautilus Cyprus 2010”.Venue: Seafront AreaFor further information please contact 25342123.WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org

FRI, 17 SEP - MON, 25 OCTPORTUGAL – ART EXHIBITION‘A Window to the World”. Historical exhibition about maritime achievements of worldwide famous Portugese Navigators of 17th and 18th century. Organised by the Evagoras Lanitis Centre. Part of the “Nautilus Cyprus 2010”.Venue: Evagoras Lanitis Centre.For further information please contact 25342123.WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org

FRI, 17 SEP - MON, 25 OCTLEMESOS OLD PORT – PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION

‘Past, Present, Future”. Photographic exhibition about the Limassol Port. Organised by the Evagoras Lanitis Centre. Part of the “Nautilus Cyprus 2010”.Venue: Evagoras Lanitis Centre.For further information please contact 25342123.WEBSITE: www.lanitisfoundation.org

SUN, 3 OCTOLIVE TREE DAYThe programme includes free offer of olive made delicacies, music, olive customs in Cyprus, olive preparations, cooking competition and theatre.Venue: «Oleastro », Anogyra  village.Time : 12 :00For further information please contact 99525093, 99565768.WEBSITE: www.oleastro.com.cy

FRI, 8 OCTGREEK MUSIC CONCERTWith Kostas Hadjis accompanied by Maria Alexiou and Yiannis Alexandrinos. Artistic Direction: Giorgos Payiatis. Organised by the Rialto Theatre. Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time: 20:30Entrance: € 22 , €15For further information please contact 77777745.

SAT, 16 OCTMUSIC CONCERTWith Yasmin Levy accompanied by acoustic instruments. Musicians: Amir Shahsar, Ishay Amir, Timothy Fairhall, James Cuthbertson. Organised by the Rialto Theatre.Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time: 20:30Entrance: € 20, €15

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For further information please contact 77777745.

TUE, 19 OCTFOLK ORATORIO “SALAMINA TIS KYPROS”A folk Oratorio based on the poetry of Giorgos Seferis and the music of Sarantis Kassaras. Presented by the National Opera of Greece and the “Marios Tokas” Musical Lyceum. Orchestra conductor: Haris Hadjigeorgiou

Choir direction: Aggelina Spanou . Piano: Sarantis Kassaras. Organised by the Rialto Theatre.Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time: 20:30 Free EntranceFor further information please contact 77777745.

TUE, 20 OCT1ST CHOIR FESTIVAL OF THE FAMAGUSTA MUNICIPALITYThe Municipality of Famagusta presents the first Choir Festival in honour of Marinos Mitelas. Participating Choirs: Choir of the Famagusta Municipality – Direction Nikos Vichas Choir of the Paralimni Municipality Melizonas – Direction Maria Papazachariou Christoforou Aris Choir of Limassol – Direction Marinos Mitelas .Organised by the Famagusta Municipality.Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time : 20 :30Free EntranceFor further information please contact 77777745.

THU, 21 AND FRI, 22 OCT

MUSIC CONCERTwith Alkinoos Ioannides. Chamber Choir: Lege Artis of St Petersburg - Director: Boris Abalyan. Cyprus Symphony Orchestra - Conductor: Giorgos Kountouris. Alkinoos Ioannidis: Song, lute, guitar double bass, flute, percussions. Giorgos Kaloudis: Cretan lyre Linos Ioannidis: recitation. Organised by the Rialto Theatre.Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time : 20 :30Entrance: €40, €30For further information please contact 77777745.

MON, 25 OCTTHEATRE PERFORMANCE“EROTOKRITOS”TEPAK (Cyprus Technological University) presents, within the framework of the 50 years of the Republic of Cyprus, the performance by the Theatre Workshop of the University of Cyprus of Vitsenzo Kornaro’s “Erotokritos”. This production is the result of an ongoing research and has for five years toured Cyprus, Greece, England, France, Germany, Italy and Holland.Dramatisation/direction: Michalis PierisChoral Songs: Christos PittasMusic: Antonis Xylouris – PsarantonisOrganised by the TEPAK (Cyprus Technological University) Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time : 20 :30Free EntranceFor further information please contact 77777745.

SAT, 30 OCTGREEK MUSIC CONCERT

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With Demetra Galani and the Imam Baildi music group. Organised by the Rialto Theatre.Venue: Rialto Theatre.Time : 20 :30Entrance: € 30, €20For further information please contact 77777745.

LIMASSOL WALK Every Monday.A stroll in Neapolis, Nemesos, Limassol….LemesosSee the best of Lemesos in a Walking Tour organised by the Municipality of Lemesos in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association. The tour aims to giving you the opportunity to get to know the historical centre of Lemesos by walking through its narrow streets which visually “narrate” its long history. Monuments of the past, traditional workshops, unique architectural features, the bustling life of the old market and traditional shops all reflect the city´s atmoshpere, the main element of this tour.

Starting point: CTO Information Office. Spyrou Araouzou 115A. Time: 10:00. Free guiding and participation. Tel: 25362756. Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.

GERMASOGEIA WALKSEvery Wednesday (in English) - October to April. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. Germasogeia – A Village Blessed by Water

1. Discover the Natural Environment of Germasogeia

Every Friday (in Finnish) -November-April. Each walk will be organised on every alternate week. Information – How to join – starting and ending point of the walksCTO Information Office, 22 Georgiou A´, Potamos tis Germasogeias, Eastern Entrance of Dasoudi Beach, Tourist area, Germasogeia. Book in advance, give name and hotel. Time: 10.00-13.00. Free guiding and participation. Tel: 25323211.Offered by the Germasogeia Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.

Germasogeia – A Village Blessed by WaterThis tour aims to take visitors to the peaceful, picturesque village of Germasogeia 15 minutes away from the beach, to stroll through its narrow streets, see its special architecture, visit its churches, and feel the village life. Water has always been the most important element in the development of Germasogeia. It is bounded by the sea in the south and on its north it has as a physical boundary, the water dam of Germasogeia fed by the river Amathos coming from the mountains of Troodos. The tour also includes a visit to the water dam of Germasogeia.

Discover the Natural Environment of GermasogeiaThis tour aims to discover the nature of Germasogeia. The idea is to walk away from the village to the serene surroundings of the area and enjoy a relaxing stroll wandering the hills of Germasogeia. The participants of the tour will enjoy a ride in the old Bedford bus,

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which drives partly through an earthen road. They will walk (there is some up hill walking) for more than half an hour along the nature trail of the area off Phinicaria laid out by the Forestry Department and enjoy the magnificent view of the water dam and river. In the winter colourful flowers and shrubs cover the valley. The herbs and wild flowers and tree blossoms give a variety of colours and scents.

EVENTS IN TROODOS

SUN, 3 OCT“AFAMIA” FESTIVALAnnual Grape and Wine Festival. The programme includes theatre, demonstration of traditional crafts, zivania distillation process, art and agricultural exhibitions, open market with local products, a guide to the village, local delicacies preparation and handicrafts.Venue: Koilani village.Time : 11 :00 onwardsFor further information please contact 25370777, 25421020, 99352547.

SUN, 10 OCTWINE TASTINGThe programme includes exhibition, free tasting of wines accompanied by local products, demonstration of traditional crafts and a music performance. Venue: Vouni Oenological Centre.Time : 16 :00 For further information please contact 25370777, 25421020, 99352547.

SAT, 9 – SUN,, 10 OCTSEMINAR AND EXHIBITION

AROMATIC AND HEALING HERBS OF CYPRUS2nd annual seminar and exhibition entitled “Aromatic and Healing Herbs of Cyprus”. The programme includes amongst lectures and herbal exhibition, a herb walk around Platres, Organised by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.Venue: Platres village Cultural Centre.For further information please contact 22691254. .

EVENTS IN LARNAKA

SUN, 7 MAR – SUN, 30 NOVSUNDAYS AT LEFKARASUN, 3, 10, 17, 24 AND 31 OCTThe programme includes every Sunday different events among guiding tours, music and dance performances, preparation of traditional local delicacies, Lefkara handicrafts, traditional Cypriot Bazaar of Cypriot products, horse riding and video / film presentation. Organised by the Lefkara Municipality.Venue: Lefkara villageTime: morning onwards. For further information please contact 24342422.WEBSITE: www.lefkara.org.cy

FRI, 24 – FRI, 15 OCT3RD CYPRUS - MALTA CERAMIC EXHIBITIONOrganised by the Larnaka Municipality.Venue: Larnaka Municipal Gallery.Visiting hours: 10:00 – 13:00, 16:00 – 20:00 (Monday to Friday) and 10:00 – 13:00 (on Saturdays).For further information please contact 24657745

THU, 7 OCT

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CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTWith the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by S. Michaelides, R. Schumann and W.A Mozart. Soloists: E. Mitella (piano). Conductor : G. Kountouris. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.Venue: Larnaka Municipal TheatreTime: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (Pensioners), free for students and soldiers.For further information please contact 24657745, 24665795.WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy

SAT, 9 OCTCHESS DEMONSTRATIONBy the Pancyprian Chess Champion Antonis Antoniou. Organised by the Cyprus Chess Federation. Venue: Europe Square.Time : 18 :00For further information please contact 24657745.

WED, 13 OCTMUSIC PERFORMANCEwith the Choir of Larnaka Progressive Movement and the Choir of the University of Perugia. Organised by the Larnaka Progressive Movement Venue: Larnaka Municipal Theatre.Time : 20 :00Entrance : €5.For further information please contact 24657745.

SAT, 16 OCTMUSIC AND DANCE PERFORMANCE“5th Pancyprian Festival of the Bulgarian Community”. with artists from Bulgaria. Organised by the Bulgarian Newspaper,

the “Filia-Priatelstvo” Cyprian Bulgarian Friendship Association and the Bulgarian Embassy.Venue: Larnaka Seafront Stage.Time : 17 :00For further information please contact 24657745.

SUN, 17 OCTATHLETIC EVENT14th Larnaka Race. Races: 6000 m, 1400 m, 500 m and 100 m. Organised by the Cyprus Runners Club “Pericles Demetriou”.Venue: Europe Square..Time : 10 :00For further information please contact 24657745.

SAT, 23 AND SUN, 24 OCTCHARITY EVENT21st Radiomarathon. A charity bazaar and cultural programme. Venue: Europe Square..Time : 10 :00 -22 :00For further information please contact 24657745.

LARNAKA WALKSEvery WednesdayLARNAKA-PAST AND PRESENTThis walk covers the history of Larnaka and its development by focusing on the role that the sea had throughout the centuries.Starting point: CTO Information Office, Vasileos Pavlou Square. Time 10:00Free guiding and participation. Tel. 24654322.Every FridaySCALA – ITS CRAFTSMENScala is around the area Larnaka Fort and Agios Lazaros Church. The aim of

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this walk is to explore the area and visit the Handicraft Workshops created by young ceramic artist most of who are inspired by ancient Cypriot art.The Walk goes through picturesque streets of the Turkish sector of Larnaka , where visitors have the chance to see traditional white washed houses, houses with kiosks and the present use of this residential area. Starting point: Larnaka Fort (Medieval Museum). Time: 10:00. Free guiding and participation. Tel: 24 65 43 22. Offered by the Larnaka Municipality in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation and the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association.Organised by the Cyprus Tourist Guides Association in collaboration with the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.LARNAKA LOVE BUS CITY SIGHTSEEINGOpen-air Double-decker Bus Starts Routes in Larnaka. An open-air double-decker bus company has commenced tours in Larnaka offering tourists the opportunity to see the bustling city.Tours on the ‘Love Bus’ operate five times a day (from morning till evening), and take in various sites of interest within the city, including the old aqueduct of Kamares, the Hala Soultan Mosque in Tekke, the ancient harbour of Kition and the Medieval Castle. Starting point: Palm-tree lined promenade ‘Phinikoudes’ (along Athens Avenue) and lasts one hour. Should the road be closed to traffic, the tour will begin at the Larnaka Police Station at the beginning of Athens Avenue. Time: 10:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 21:00. Prices: €5 per person. Organised by the “Astrapi” Ltd Company and supported by the Larnaka

Regional Tourism Body. For further information please contact 97761761.WEBSITE: www.larnakaregion.com

EVENTS IN PAFOS

FRI, 8 OCTCLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTWith the Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra. The programme includes works by S. Michaelides, R. Schumann and W.A Mozart. Soloists: E. Mitella (piano). Conductor : G. Kountouris. Organised by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra.Venue: MarkideionTheatreTime: 20:30 Entrance: €12, €7 (Pensioners), free for students and soldiers.For further information please contact 26932014.WEBSITE: www.cyso.org.cy

PAFOS WALKEvery ThursdaySTROLLING AROUND PAFOS TOWN CENTRE (KTIMA)In an effort to get visitors acquainted with Pafos Town Centre (Ktima), which is the newest part of the city of Pafos as opposed to New Pafos, the ancient Hellenistic and Roman Capital of Cyprus, the Municipality of Pafos would like to invite everyone to visit Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) and get to know this part of Pafos, incorrectly considered as merely a shopping area. The walking tour Strolling around Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) aims to provide an overall picture of Pafos and how Pafos Town Centre evolved and developed from the late Byzantine and Medieval times to what as it

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was called until recently Κtima. The Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) is associated with the local everyday life of the population. For the Pafians though, Pafos Town Centre (Ktima) has so much more to it….Through historic references, linked with some very important historic phases including Medieval, Ottoman, British and modern times; one will ‘walk’ into the past but will also get better acquainted with the commercial centre of Pafos.The walk is led by a licensed CTO qualified guide. It lasts about two and a half hours, including a half-hour break for refreshments.Starting point: CTO Information Office, 3 Gladstonos Str. Time 10:00.

EVENTS IN AGIA NAPA

THU, 16 - FRI, 24 OCT5 TH AGIA NAPA MEDIEVAL FESTIVALThe programme includes Medieval performances by European and local groups.Organised by the Agia Napa Municipality. Venue: Agia Napa SquareEntrance free.For further information please contact 23816307.

USEFUL TELEPHONESCultural Services of the Ministry of Education and Culture 22800933Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation 22128157Cyprus Theatrical Organisation 22492900Nicosia Municipal Theatre 77772717Pallas Theatre 22 410181Strovolos Municipal Theatre 22313010Lemesos Patticheion Municipal Theatre 25343341Larnaka Patticheion Theatre 24629300Larnaka Town Hall Theatre 24665794Pafos Markideion Theatre 26932571Rialto Theatre 25343900, 77777745State Gallery of Contemporary Art 22304947

Famagusta Gate 22430877The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre 22797400Lefkosia Municipality Cultural Services 23816300Anastasios Leventis G Foundation 22667706Pierides Foundation 24651345Skali Cultural Centre 22336363Paralimni Municipality 23819212Agia Napa Municipality 23816307Polis Chrysochous Municipality 26321321Pafos Aphrodite festival Ltd 26822218The Pharos Trust 22663871Artos Cultural and Research Foundation 22445455Theatre ENA 22348203www.cyprus-tickets.com 7000-9303

NOTE: The Cyprus Tourism Organisation cannot accept responsibility for any changes in any of the events listed above, that may occur due to unforeseen factors. Please contact the organisers by phone for confirmation.

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