March 3 is Green Monday – Caritas is closed
Green, or Clean, Monday (in Greek known as Kathara Deftera) is the first day of Lent for Orthodox Christians. Lent
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Get to Know Cyprus
“Ta Phota” Celebrated on January 6
Monday, January 6 is a public holiday for Epiphany Day. Government offices and many stores will be closed. Caritas Cyprus
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Christmas and New Year in Cyprus
The holiday season in Cyprus is a time of gatherings and traditions. Here’s a glimpse into the customs and celebrations
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Need a pharmacy after hours?
It’s that time of year. Colds and the flu are everywhere! 🤧😷🤒🤢🤮🤧 But pharmacies are obliged by law to keep
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Christmas Villages Offer Seasonal Fun
To celebrate the holiday season, several villages across Cyprus have transformed themselves into Christmas towns. Agros, Dherynia, Fikardou, Kalopanayiotis, Kiti,
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October 28 Holiday
Caritas Cyprus will be closed on Monday, October 28, in observance of the public holiday. Government offices, banks and some
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Assumption of the Virgin Mary
In Cyprus, August 15 is a public holiday for the Christian feast day of the Assumption (or Dormition) of the
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Be Aware – Sirens on July 15 and July 20 (5 am)!
The Republic of Cyprus will mark the 50th anniversary of the coup against President Archbishop Makarios on Monday, July 15,
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