Look for the Heartland of Legends stand at the Cyprus Travel Expo 2023 and join us to discover our island’s soul – its heartland. Full of hospitable people, enduring traditions and fresh produce. Perfectly hidden places, where you can unwind, enjoy slow life, rediscover food and breathe real oxygen. Almost every single place, village, mountain, river, rock, tree, monument, has its magical stories. Stories about their name, their importance, how they came to be and how Cypriots loved, worshiped and cherished them. Stories about mythical creatures and infamous bandits, legends about brave soldiers, strong men and beautiful queens. Come and let us guide you in your search for our island’s magical stories.

Don’t miss the heartland crafts and arts demonstrations: embroideries with rich traditional patterns from Athienou and Lefkara, handmade dolls, reed mats of Kapouti village, shadow theater puppet. These and many more traditions come alive showcasing the continuity of our tradition.

The full schedule of the workshops is as follow:

Friday 21/04/2023:

17:00 – 18:00 – Athienou embroidery

18:00 – 19:00 – Lefkara embroidery

19:00 – 20:00 – Making pouppa (traditional doll)

Saturday 22/04/2023:

17:00 – 19:00 – Sewing techniques on the traditional waistcoat

19:00 – 21:00 – Reed mat of kapouti

Sunday 23/04/2023:

16:00 – 18:00 – Bee hotel

18:30 – 20:30 – Shadow theater puppets

Where: Lefkosia
When: 21-23/04/2023     Time: Fr. and Sat.: 16:00-22:00, Sun.: 15:00-21:00
Venue: Cyprus State Fair, Hall 3
For more info: +357 22485420