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Complementary excursion to Choirokitia and Lefkara (16 November,  16:00 - )

Larnaca district features some of the most picturesque sites and villages in Cyprus.

Our first visit will be made to Choirokitia Archeological site. This is a well preserved settlement dating back to the Neolithic Era. Characteristic cylindrical shaped dwellings have been reconstructed near the settlement. The dwellings have been fitted with replicas of household objects found inside the originals inhabited during the 7th to the 4th millennium B.C. It is one of the most important prehistoric sites as its remains and the finds from the excavations there have thrown much light on the evolution of human society in this key region.

During the second part of our trip, we will visit Lefkara village. Lefkara has a renowned heritage in folkloric arts and cuisine. The hospitality, the rare beauty of the landscape and the tradition of the embroidery craft and silverware are only some of the reasons that attract thousands of people from all around the world.

Lefkara is famous all over the world for its hand-made lace which since 2009 is in UNESCO’s representative List of Intangible Culture Heritage of Humanity. The figures feature symmetry, perspective and light whereas represent the Cyprus tradition as well as the individual personality and mood. In addition, the art of silverware, still flourishing today in Lefkara, offers fine works of art to silver lovers. During our walk, we will have the opportunity to visit lace and silverware shops. Strolling in the narrow cobbled streets, we will be able to see the connected yet distinctive constructions which are made of the distinctive “Lefkara Stone” and look like fortresses. The carved arc is one of the most common characteristics of Lefkara traditional architecture. In the heart of the village, there is the church of the Holy Cross which dates back to the 14th century AD. The big silver cross, which bears a piece of the Holy Wood, is kept in the unseen crypt found in the shrine.

During our trip, we will also visit the Museum of Folk Art Embroidery and Silversmithing. The museum is a 19th century mansion where time has stopped and everything reminds the visitor of the past. The pride of the museum, however, is the old collection of the 19th century ‘Lefkaritiko Lace’ embroideries.

Complementary conference dinner (16 November, 19:00 - )

The dinner will take place in a traditional Cypriot tavern where you can enjoy quality authentic Mediterranean dishes and an entertainment program with live music/dance.

Pre-conference half-day excursion to Nicosia (15 November, 10:00-15:00)

Price: 28 Euros

Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus and a must for every visitor on the island. Our tour will first lead us to the Cyprus Archaeological Museum where a huge collection of important archaeological findings are housed and through which the long cultural and historical heritage of the island is revealed.

Driving along the UN Buffer Zone and the old city of Nicosia, we will see one most unfortunate distinctions; the fact that this is Europe's only militarily divided city since 1974.

Situated within the Venetian walls, in the heart of old Nicosia is the Archbishopric. The Byzantine Museum, which is one of the finest of its kind in the world, and St. John's Cathedral located within its grounds, will be our next stop. We will then visit the Liberty Statue nearby.

‘Laiki Yitonia’ is a beautifully restored 18th century neighborhood within the Walls which has kept the traditional style of the old times market, restaurants and narrow paved streets with local merchants and craftsmen displaying their hand- made products.

We will then walk to Levention Municipal Museum which is located nearby. It is the only historical museum of Nicosia reviving the old ways of Cypriot life from ancient to present times.

At the end of the tour, we will allocate some time for stroll and shopping. Before departure short time will also be given for getting a snack.

Excursion includes:
- Transfers in luxurious fully air-conditioned coaches
- Officially C.T.O. licensed tour guide
- Entrance fees to all sites.
- V.A.T. at 17% included
- Program as described above
- Organization and assistance by Easy Conferences

Post-conference full-day excursion to Paphos (18 November, 9:00-17:30)

Price: 50 Euros (lunch included)

The entire town of Paphos is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring monuments of exquisite and unique beauty. Pafos was the capital of Cyprus for a long period of time in antiquity.

On our way to reach Paphos town, we will make our first stop to Pissouri and in particular at 'Petra tou Romiou'. The legend has it that according to mythology, the Goddess of Love and Beauty was born through the foam of this sea.

We will then head off for the 'Tombs of the Kings'. This area contains underground tombs said to rest noble men, carved out of solid rock, which date back to the 3rd century B.C and causing a sense of mystery and secrecy.

Continuing the trip to pure history, we will then walk to the nearby ‘Roman Villas of Dionysos’, where the guests will see the ploughshare which accidentally uncovered part of a mosaic pavement in 1962. This was the beginning of a series of excavations that finally revealed a total of 22 rooms, 14 of them with mosaic floors representing scenes of hunting and Greek mythology of exquisite beauty and perfect geometry.

Just next to Paphos Archeological Park where the mosaics are located, we will meet Paphos Fort. This was originally built to protect the harbour but was dismantled by the Venetians in 1570. During the 16th century, the Ottomans restored and rebuilt the fort after they captured the island. Here we will make a stop for traditional fish meze lunch by the harbour.

Within our tour, we will visit the 12th century St. Solomoni Christian catacomb as well as a visit to Early Byzantine basilica Chrysopolitissa church and St. Paul’s Pillar.

Excursion includes:
- Transfers in luxurious fully air-conditioned coaches
- Officially C.T.O. licensed guide
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Lunch at a traditional tavern
- V.A.T. at 17% and taxes
- Organization and assistance by Easy Conferences