What is the Alkionides Days and how they got that Name
The Alkionides Days The Alkionides Days are a period of unusually calm, sunny weather that occurs during the winter months in Greece and parts of the Mediterranean including Cyprus. These…
Category: Cyprus Stories
The Bad Stone Legend in Kakopetria Village
The Story of the Bad Stone The Bad Stone legend haunts Kakopetria, a picturesque mountain village in Cyprus. Set against the rugged Troodos mountains, Kakopetria captures the essence of a…
The Story of Berengaria Hotel in Prodromos Village
The Haunting History behind Cyprus’s Berengaria Hotel Berengaria Hotel in Cyprus: Nestled in the Troodos Mountains, the Berengaria Hotel stands as a decaying monument to a past filled with grandeur,…
How the Cyprus Mouflon Came to Cyprus
Cyprus Mouflon story and how they came to Cyprus The story of the Cyprus mouflon is a captivating journey of survival, adaptation, and cultural significance. This wild sheep, known scientifically…
The History of Halloumi: A Tale of Tradition and Transformation
The History of Halloumi Halloumi, a cheese that squeaks when grilled and resists melting, stands as one of the Mediterranean’s most cherished culinary treasures. Originating from Cyprus, this cheese has…
The History of Technical School of Limassol
The Technical School of Limassol The Technical School Limassol (Τεχνική Σχολή Λεμεσού) played a significant role in shaping the educational and industrial landscape of Cyprus. Technical School of Limassol was…
The Story of the Carob Warehouse in Limassol
From Carob Warehouse to Culture Hub: How an Old Carob Warehouse Transformed Limassol’s Art Scene From Carob Warehouse to Culture Hub: An old carob warehouse in Limassol has transformed into…
The Oldest Olive Trees Protected by the Department of Forest
https://youtu.be/V4fsqmq–OA The Oldest Olive Trees The Oldest Olive Trees: Olive trees are a key part of Cyprus’s landscape and culture. They hold deep historical and traditional significance. Some of the…
The Story of the Paphos Pelican Kokos
Kokos, the Pelican The Paphos pelican Kokos: In the heart of Paphos, a picturesque coastal city on the south-western edge of Cyprus, there lived a beloved and unusual local celebrity—Kokos,…
The Story of the Frappé or Ice Coffee
From Greek Innovation to Global Sensation The story of the Frappe. The frappé, a frothy and refreshing iced coffee drink, has a rich history that spans continents and cultures. Today,…