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Sightseeing
The village is considered to be one of the most important ones in Cyprus, mainly known for its fine embroidered lace (“lefkaritika”), its handcrafted silverware filigree work (“trifourena”), as well as for its architecture. According to legend, Leonardo da Vinci visited the village in 1481, and purchased and brought back to Italy a “lefkaritiko” fine embroidered lace cloth for the main altar of Milan’s Cathedral church (Duomo di Milano).
The village was a summer resort during the Frankish and Venetian period (1191-1571) due to its pleasant climate during the long, hot summer months. Since the 12th century, the neighbourhood where the rural houses are located is called “Ta Frangomata”.
The colourful history of Pano Lefkara village is widely reflected in the inhabitants’ hospitality, a blend of different cultural influences, which form Lefkara’s rich tradition. Its rugged hill surroundings, the olive trees and almond groves, its fifteen Byzantium Christian churches dating back to the 14th century, the fine traditional and mountainous architecture will create an unforgettable experience for the visitors and a unique holiday escape.
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Pano Lefkara
The village is considered to be one of the most important ones in Cyprus, mainly known for its fine embroidered lace (“lefkaritika”), its handcrafted silverware filigree work (“trifourena”), as well as for its architecture. According to legend, Leonardo da Vinci visited the village in 1481, and purchased and brought back to Italy a “lefkaritiko” fine embroidered lace cloth for the main altar of Milan’s Cathedral church (Duomo di Milano).
The village was a summer resort during the Frankish and Venetian period (1191-1571) due to its pleasant climate during the long, hot summer months. Since the 12th century, the neighbourhood where the rural houses are located is called “Ta Frangomata”.
The colourful history of Pano Lefkara village is widely reflected in the inhabitants’ hospitality, a blend of different cultural influences, which form Lefkara’s rich tradition. Its rugged hill surroundings, the olive trees and almond groves, its fifteen Byzantium Christian churches dating back to the 14th century, the fine traditional and mountainous architecture will create an unforgettable experience for the visitors and a unique holiday escape.
Troodos (Greek: Τρόοδος [ˈtɾooðos]; Turkish: Trodos Dağları; is the largest mountain range of Cyprus, located in the center of the island. Troodos' highest peak is Mount Olympus at 1,952 meters which also hosts 4 ski slopes. The Troodos mountain range stretches across most of the western side of Cyprus. There are many famous mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries and churches on mountain peaks, and nestling in its valleys and picturesque mountains are villages clinging to terraced hill slopes. The area has been known since ancient times[1] for its mines. Regarding the pronunciation of Troodos has not changed much from that of Greek mythology[2][3] “Το-ορο-Άδος” Greek: Cypriot dialect. In Greek mythology, Troodos was known as the Mountains of Adonis also Aphrodite and Adonis meeting place. In the Byzantine period it became a great centre of Byzantine art, as churches and monasteries were built in the mountains, away from the threatened coastline.
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Troodos Hotel
Troodos (Greek: Τρόοδος [ˈtɾooðos]; Turkish: Trodos Dağları; is the largest mountain range of Cyprus, located in the center of the island. Troodos' highest peak is Mount Olympus at 1,952 meters which also hosts 4 ski slopes. The Troodos mountain range stretches across most of the western side of Cyprus. There are many famous mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries and churches on mountain peaks, and nestling in its valleys and picturesque mountains are villages clinging to terraced hill slopes. The area has been known since ancient times[1] for its mines. Regarding the pronunciation of Troodos has not changed much from that of Greek mythology[2][3] “Το-ορο-Άδος” Greek: Cypriot dialect. In Greek mythology, Troodos was known as the Mountains of Adonis also Aphrodite and Adonis meeting place. In the Byzantine period it became a great centre of Byzantine art, as churches and monasteries were built in the mountains, away from the threatened coastline.
Religious
The Lefkara Church is dedicated to the Holy Cross and dates back to the 14th century. The byzantinologist Ath. Papageorgiou confirmed that the eastern part of the Church dates back to the 14th century, namely after considering rescued frescoes behind the church’s iconostasis. The style of the eastern part of the church is cruciform with a cupola, while the style of its more recent part is Cypriot dating back to the 19th century.
The iconostasis has an invisible cavity. It is the crypt where the big wooden Cross is kept, which the church is dedicated to. A piece of the Cross of the Lord is contained in the centre of this cross.
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Church of the holy cross
The Lefkara Church is dedicated to the Holy Cross and dates back to the 14th century. The byzantinologist Ath. Papageorgiou confirmed that the eastern part of the Church dates back to the 14th century, namely after considering rescued frescoes behind the church’s iconostasis. The style of the eastern part of the church is cruciform with a cupola, while the style of its more recent part is Cypriot dating back to the 19th century.
The iconostasis has an invisible cavity. It is the crypt where the big wooden Cross is kept, which the church is dedicated to. A piece of the Cross of the Lord is contained in the centre of this cross.
Neighbourhoods
Lefkara is a well preserved village on the mountains of Cyprus- Larnaka district. It is well preserved, picturesque and clean. It is famous for its architecture, silver and lace. It is easy to walk through the little streets and enjoy sightseeing as well as some local food.
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Pano Lefkara
Lefkara is a well preserved village on the mountains of Cyprus- Larnaka district. It is well preserved, picturesque and clean. It is famous for its architecture, silver and lace. It is easy to walk through the little streets and enjoy sightseeing as well as some local food.