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Entry into Jerusalem, portable wooden icon, 16th century,
from Panagia Chrysaliniotissa Church, Byzantine Museum |
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Lefkosia
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Lefkosia
lies roughly at the center of the island, with a rich
history that can be traced back to the Bronze Age. It only
became capital of the island in the 11th century AD. The
Lusignans turned it into a magnificent city with a Royal
Palace and over fifty churches.
Today it blends its historic past brilliantly with the
bustle of a modern city. The heart of the city, enclosed
by 16th century Venetian walls, is dotted with museums,
ancient churches and mediaeval buildings preserving the
nostalgic atmosphere of years past. Yet this old heart is
split in two, leaving Lefkosia the only capital city to
remain divided by force.
New Lefkosia developed outside the walls, and became a
contemporary and cosmopolitan business and cultural
center. Just a few miles away are enchanting places of
interest such as Byzantine churches and monasteries,
archaeological sites and charming villages.
Organized free walking tours give an exceptional chance to
the visitor to get acquainted with the character of the
old city.
Starting point: C.T.O. Office (Laiki Geitonia) on Mondays
and Thursdays at 10:00, Tel: (02) 67 42 64.
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