Unique museums with awe-inspiring monuments may be found in Famagusta. The unique Municipal Museum THALASSA (pertaining to marine artefacts), the outdoor Sculpture Park, and the little Folk Art Museums in the Red-Soil Villages are among the most important museums to visit.
Ayia Napa
Thalassa Municipal Museum
In 2005, the Municipal Museum Thalassa opened its doors. It is yet another cultural creation cared after by the Pieridi Foundation. The location is in the heart of Agia Napa.
The Aquarium in Protara is a shelter for one thousand endangered marine species. Visit the location that awakens your environmental awareness and observe their habitat with courtesy and without disturbing them. Permit yourselves to feel tranquil within the enchanted underwater environment.
Visiting one of Limassol’s several museums will add an added dimension to your trip. Popular museums include the Lemesos Medieval Museum, the Folk Art Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Wine Museum, and the Cyprus Theatre Museum. History enthusiasts will leave the charming city of Limassol with unforgettable recollections.
Cyprus Theatre Museum
In 1978, optician and actor Nicos S. Nicolaides donated his rare theatrical record to the Limmasol Municipal, laying the groundwork for the construction of the Limassol Theatre Museum. After many years, and with the help of Mr. Solomonidi’s generosity, the building was purchased and its doors opened.
Mr. N. Mavropoulo, a visionary and rally racing veteran, developed the Classical Car History Museum in order to give unique experiences to aficionados of classic cars.
The Limassol Archeological Museum was founded in 1948; initially, it was in the control of the Limassol Castle; however, the debates of 1964 resulted in its forced closure and transfer to the National Guard. 1975 marked the beginning of the modern architectural sinking, which was precipitated by the Turkish invasion of Cyprus.
Cyprus is one of the first nations to claim a major presence in the winemaking industry. Mrs. Anastasia Guy, the owner of a classic mansion in Limassol, together with her distinctive personality, established the Cyprus Wine Museum, reviving the heritage of both her family and of Cyprus.
Entrance: Ramp & Lift ( At the back area ). Special rest rooms: available
No Special Parking Space. Tel.: +357 25763755 Opening: Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 16:00
Paphos, which is one of the most important centres of civilization in the entire Mediterranean, is also known as the mythical goddess Aphrodite’s island. The goddess’s rock may be found in Paphos, one of the most important centre of culture in the entire region. Paphos, one of Cyprus’s historic capitals, is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in its entirety. Paphos’s illustrious history dates back to antiquity, when the religion of the goddess Aphrodite flourished in this beautiful area of the earth, attracting tourists from around the globe, and later, when it was involved with the introduction of Christianity.
Byzantine Museum
The Byzantine History Museum in Paphos offers an inherited wealth from charming collections o findings from the 17th- 18th century. Within the exhibits is the oldest icon ever located in Cyprus.
The Paphos archaeological museum has a time subsistence of 10,000 years. Copper Age artefacts dating back to 8300 B.C. are on display at the museum thanks to archaeological investigations in the region of Paphos.
The Episkopi Environmental Information Centre is a learning area for anyone who aspires to become aware of climate change and other significant issues impacting our planet, such as the conservation of flora and animals.
The modest Pafos castle is located atop a historic mound in the western portion of the city’s harbour. Its current qualities are the product of multiple treatments. The Frankish overlords constructed the castle in the middle of the 13th century to replace the ‘Saranta Kolones’ Byzantine fort, which was damaged by an earthquake in 1222 A.D. It appears that the Frankish overlords originally constructed two towers: the castle at the harbour and a round tower, vestiges of which are visible 50 metres west of the current tower.
A wide variety of museums, art galleries, and cultural landmarks throughout the city illustrate Nicosia’s rich historical and cultural past. Nicosia is, sadly, the last divided capital of Europe, and it is home to numerous wonderfully decorated churches and museums that showcase its centuries-old traditions.
Leventis Museum
The Leventis Municipal Museum in Nicosia exhibits the history of the capital city of Cyprus from its beginnings in 3000 b.c. to the present day. The museum was established in 1984 by the decision of Nicosia’s mayor, Mr. Demetriadi. Named for the generosity of Mr. Leventi, who invested in and rebuilt the structure from its ashes before donating it to the Nicosia Municipality.
Between 1950 and 1970, Anastasios G. Leventis amassed and curated the current entire collection of European Art of the A.G.Leventis Foundation, known as “The Paris Collection.” Mr. Leventis amassed an indisputable cultural riches of artistic artefacts from a variety of art movements as a result of his assiduous efforts and his lengthy residence in Paris.
Inaugurated in 1995, the Museum is dedicated only to the history of coinage and its collection. The museum holds 500 varieties of coins for each historical period of Cyprus’s history. From coinage minted by rulers like Evagoras and Alexander the Great through the first official Cypriot pound currency.
Museum of George and Nefeli Giabra Pierides Collection
Bank of Cyprus Cultural Foundation Entrance: Ramp. Special rest rooms: available
No Special Parking Space. Tel.: +357 22128157 Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 – 19:00
The ancient city of Kition, which formerly served as the capital of Cyprus, is now the city of Larnaca that we know and love. The museums in Larnaca are a testament to the history of Cyprus. It is the only city on the island that has been continually inhabited since its founding over 6000 years ago. Obviously, Larnaca has wonderful museums, full with fascinating relics from the surrounding area. Here is a brief summary of some of Larnaca’s museums.
Pierides Museum
The Pierides Museum is one of the city’s oldest museums and is located in Larnaca. Built in honour of Demetrios Pierides, who fought for the preservation of Cypriot archaeological sites.
The Byzantine Museum is adjacent to the interior of the lovely Saint Lazarus Church. It contains significant byzantine icons, relics, gospels, and crosses from the Christian heritage of the Larnaca Province.
Finikoudes’s Municipal Art Gallery is sheltered by the roofs of several historic structures in the Europe square. The venue is frequently offered to the public for thematic exhibitions by both local and international artists.
The Petreon Sculpture Park is located in Mazotos, province of Larnaca. It is the culmination of Mr. Savva Koulendrou’s laborious efforts to create a cultural sculpture exhibition. The sculptures in the open exhibition space are composed of rocks from various locations throughout Cyprus.
