Green Monday

A festival to celebrate the culture of the area will give visitors an insight into the history of Cyprus and allows holidaymakers to enjoy a unique festival.

Fancy dress is often used by locals and activities and events take place all over the island with music, dancing and vegetarian food all in abundance.

The first Monday in Lent is a Bank Holiday all over the island and this is when the picnics occur.

Vegetarian meals consisting of bread, vegetables and olives mark the start of the Greek Orthodox festival of fasting and contemplation.

During the event the sky in Pahpos is filled with kites and locals compete in a flying competition that takes place near the lighthouse and is quite a spectacle for tourists visiting the area.

During Lent meat products are forbidden so Cypriot pastries are popular with spinach, pumpkin and raisins making key ingredients.

6 Feb 12

Brits embracing the rise of the Maycation

2 Feb 12

Cyprus seen as 'a popular special interest destination' by Brits

1 Feb 12

Check out cycling and skiing events while on Cyprus holidays

27 Jan 12

Snowfall attracts skiers to Cyprus

25 Jan 12

Join Lemesos Carnival festivities when in Cyprus

Other suggestions

© 2007 Adfero Ltd
Views and opinions in this article are solely of the author and do not necessarily represent those of James Villa Holidays(JVH). JVH provides no assurances regarding the accuracy of the information and cannot accept liability for complaints, loss or damage resulting from the article. It does not form part of the contract made when a holiday is booked with JVH and the information provided is not intended to be a rider or replacement to the booking conditions. Reference to the service or product of a third party, is not an endorsement or recommendation and JVH accepts no liability as a result of complaints, loss or damage arising from their use.