Looted Byzantine mosaic goes on display at Cyprus museum
A centuries-old mosaic of Saint Mark is on display at a Cyprus museum that now plans to reunite it with the 11 other apostles decades after it was looted in the island's Turkish-held north.
PAFOS2017 EXPLORING THE MUSEUMS
Highlighting the role of museums as centers of culture in modern society and in the spirit of the International Museum Day, the European Capital of Culture Pafos2017 organised a tour on 19th May 2016 of the surrounding areas that connect the Pafos Archaeological, the Ethnographic and the Byzantine Museums and the Municipal Art Gallery. Walking in the area of Exo Vrisi we may also discover the complex and rich urban cultural landscape of Pafos.
The tour was given by Eleni Athanasiou (researcher at the Science and Technology in Archaeology Research Centre of the Cyprus Institute and Postgraduate student of Archeology in the University of Cyprus).
The tour started from the Pafos Archaeological Museum and will concluded at the Municipal Gallery with a Jazz concert by the Ireneus Koulou
Byzantine Museum. An open museum to everybody
The Cyprus Museum
This excellent 45-min film -production of the Cyprus Pedagogical Institute, Ministry of Education and Culture- portrays the creation of the first archaeological museum of Cyprus in the late 19th century, in Lefkosia, and the later establishment of the Cyprus Museum in the early 20th century. Enriched with archival material of the time, the film depicts the historical development of the island, by presenting archaeological sites and finds of archaeological excavations, which are exhibited in the halls of the Cyprus Museum, and cover the period from the early years of human presence on the island (10th millennium BC) until the Roman period.
© Cyprus Pedagogical Institute, Ministry of Education and Culture
Available from paragoges.pi.ac.cy/?video=445
Paradise Found: Touring the Christian & Byzantine Museum Gardens
Paradise Found: Touring the Christian & Byzantine Museum Gardens By Alexia Amvrazi
Athens is not famous for its multitude of parks and green spaces, although there are actually a handful of them that are not only refreshing, reviving and naturally lush (the National Gardens, Philoppapou hill, Ardittou hill, Lycabettus to name a few) but also steeped in history. One of the lesser-known and rarely visited gardens of Athens are those at the Byzantine and Christian Museum, on Vas. Sophias Ave. The architecturally stunning museum was once Villa Ilisia, built in 1848 as the Athenian Palace of the philhellene Duchesse de Plaissance (Doukissa Plakentias), whose financial and cultural support to Greece during and after the Greek War of Independence was notably generous. At the beginning of the 20th Century the villa was turned into the museum, which today showcases over 25,000 valuable, mainly religious artefacts from the Early Christian, Byzantine, Medieval, post-Byzantine and later periods.
The Byzantine and Christian Museum, under which also lies Aristotle’s Lyceum, also hosts temporary exhibitions; currently one titled ‘Domenicos Theotokopoulos, Before El Greco’ (Until 31/3) and ‘The Gardens’. Greek City Times was recently given a culturally enlightening and educational tour by Medieval Historian Dr. Chryssa Kontogeorgopoulou from Action Plus (HYPERLINK: an innovative and visionary enterprise that organizes high-quality, deeply informative and fun guided tours (including tailor-made ones) led by expert archaeologists and historians. (See video below for the full tour!). Lined with fruit trees, fragrant native herbs such as rosemary, lavender and oregano as well as a broad variety of flowers, the museum’s garden is themed by three main elements: Water, Paradise and the River Ilissos. Dr Kontogeorgopoulou showed us the well/cistern from where the Duchesses‘ villa was supplied with water and the former banks of Athens‘ ancient Ilissos River, which was covered over in the mid 20th Century in order to build Vas. Konstandinos Ave. Among exhibits from the early Christian Era (the originals of which can be viewed within the museum) and Roman tombs, she also related how the gardens represent the ancient Greek as well as Byzantine concepts of Paradise. In various texts, Paradise was considered to be a blooming garden such as those where the river once flowed through, right at the back of the current museum. Indeed, these very gardens were written about by Plato in his work Phaedros:
By Hera! What a fine place for rest! How large and tall this platanus tree is! And, this chestnut tree, how magnificent is its shade and majestic its branches! These places are all in bloom and balmy. A delicious spring ripples at the roots of this platanus and by dipping our feet we may feel the coolness if its waters. To judge by these figurines and statues one might say that this abode is consecrated to Nymphs and to the Acheloos river. How the air that we breathe here is sweet and agreeable! It is like the perfume of Summer, harmonious with the chorus of grasshoppers. But, what I like best, is this soft turf, thick enough to rest our heads comfortably, stretching ourselves on this gently inclined ground. My dear Phaedros, thou could have not lead me to a better place!
Plato, Phaedros Even in modern times, on a sunny day, the gardens (entry is free) are an idyllic spot for relaxing with a book , good company or simply for a break from the hubbub of the city centre. The Byzantine and Christian Museum, which also has a lovely cafe ideal both as a cozy getaway in winter and a place to bask in the sun on warmer days, is located on 22 Vas. Sophias Avenue, right next to the War Museum and only five minutes walk from Evangelismos metro station.
Byzantine Museum (Gloria TV 06-2010)
Byzantine Museum (Gloria TV 06-2010)
AMNIS. New Project in Geroskipou
New complex of villas, apartments and hotel by Polydefkis Developers in Paphos, Cyprus
Nicosia Archaeological Museum Cyprus
Jest to główne muzeum archeologiczne Cypru. Znajduje się ono w Nikozji i pokazuje długą historię cywilizacji na wyspie od czasów prehistorycznych do okresu wczesnochrześcijańskiego. Zakrojone na szeroką skalę wykopy na całej wyspie w znaczny sposób wzbogaciły zbiory muzeum i sprawiły, że archeologia Cypru znalazła się na pierwszym planie międzynarodowych badań archeologicznych. W tym miejscu pielęgnuje się i przedstawia dziedzictwo kulturowe Cypru, obejmujące garncarstwo, biżuterię, rzeźbę i monety z okresu neolitycznego aż do Ery Brązu, Ery Żelaza i okresu grecko-rzymskiego. Główne wystawy obejmują posąg Afrodyty z Soloi, kolekcję złotej biżuterii i relikty z Grobowców Królewskich z Salaminy. Muzeum stanowi jeden z przystanków na szlaku kulturowym, poświęconym Afrodycie.
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Cyprus | visit to the Agia Solomoni Catacombs
Agia Solomoni Catacombs in Cyprus are remarkable. Think the Soap Opera was invented in America? Try Cyprus and Greece some 2,500 years ago! Subscribe to youtube.com/user/worldpressmedia for great FREE travel awards and a chance to join us on one of our filming trips. This Travel Video is produced and hosted by Percy von Lipinski
КИПР | Музей средневековья в замке Лимасола | Cyprus Mediaeval Museum
CYPRUS: Agios Neophytos Monastery [HD]
Agios Neophytos Monastery lies 10 km outside Paphos, near Tala village. Agios (means Saint) Neophytos was the founder of the monastery in 1159. He lived there (from 1170) and died in 1219 at the age of 85. He is considered to be one of the most significant figures of the Church of Cyprus.
Inside the Engleistra (place of seclusion near the monastery) Saint Neophytos led a hermit’s life until 1170. The Engleistra was initially a natural cave on the eastern side of a hill’s slope, and was carved into a place of seclusion by St. Neophytos. It consisted of two areas. One area was a small chapel dedicated to Timios Stavros ( Holy Cross) and the other was the Saint’s cell, in which he also carved his tomb.
A famous painter, Theodoros Apsevdis, undertook to paint the frescoes in the Engleistra. You can also can see Byzantine icons of exceptional artistic quality in the main church of the monastery. Or in the museum of the monastery, which has exhibits from both the ancient period and Byzantine period.
The main church of the monastery was built around 200 years after the death of St. Neophytos and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
May 13, 2015
Cyprus is a tranquil and unspoilt travel destination
Travel to Cyprus
Having a relaxed and composite environment, Cyprus is perfect, tranquil, and untouched. It's a place where you find natural splendor that cannot be expressed with simple words. Marvellous weather, pristine beaches, fine cuisine, affordable accommodation, and the use of our travel guide to help you experience it all, will make your visit to Cyprus unforgettable.
Cyprus is a small island in the far-east corner of the Mediterranean Sea. Three continents surround it: Europe, Asia and Africa. Miles of golden sands, bathed in sunshine almost every day of the year, stretch along its coastline.
Cyprus has the ancient honor of being the birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite (the goddess of love and beauty). She chose the divine Cyprus as the site for her emergence from the sea. Cyprus has everything for a perfect, relaxing vacation. The sun, the sea, the food, and the vibrant nightlife, all make Cyprus a very popular destination.
Its recommended to visit Cyprus during summer, or early autumn, or during Easter festivities when you can enjoy some really lovely traditional celebrations.
Cyprus has an awesome variety of ancient monuments and archaeological sites for tourists to visit.
Some popular museums are:
The Cyprus Museum, The National Struggle Museum, The Pierides Foundation Museum, The Leventis Municipal Museum, The Byzantine Museum, The Kourion Museum, The Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus, and The Folk Art Museum.
Other interesting sites are:
Kastelliotissa (a medieval hall), The Chrysaliniotissa Crafts Centre, Famagusta Gate, Chrysaliniotissa Church, Omeriye Mosque, Agios Ioannis Cathedral, The House of Hatzigeorgakis Kornesios, The Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre, The State Gallery of Contemporary Art, Ledra Street, Onasagorou Street, The Faneromeni Area, and Laiki Geitonia.
Some areas on the outskirts of Cyprus worth visiting are:
The Dali region, Tamassos, Panagia Chrysospiliotissa, Fikardou, The Machairas Monastery, and Peristerona.
You will be so impressed with Cypruss unique charm, that youll be telling everyone that they should make a plan to visit Cyprus too!
Pilgrimage to Catacombs of the First Christian Saints & Byzantine Museum of Salonika, Greece
Pilgrimage to Catacombs of the Early Christian Church - Christian Catacombs, Crypts & Byzantine Museum, Northern Greece - Thessaloniki
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CYPRUS WINE MUSEUM SENSES: COMMANDARIA, WINE & ZIVANIA EXCLUSIVE MUSEUM LINE OF PRODUCTS
The Exclusive Museum Line of products by The Cyprus Wine Museum
CYPRUS WINE MUSEUM SENSES
COMMANDARIA LINE: Vintage series of The Commandaria Orchestra Dessert Wine
WINE LINE: Includes fresh and vintage wines from indigenous and foreign to Cyprus wine grape varieties as Xinisteri, Maratheftiko, Mattaro, Cabernet Sauvignon.
ZIVANIA LINE: The trilogy of Zivanias created from the Alexandrian Muscat grape variety.
White Zivania; Oak Aged Dry Zivania and Oak Aged Sweet Zivania
VLOG 008 | He is ACTUALLY a Knight | Cyprus Wine Museum
The history of Commandaria Wine and the importance of Cyprus as the birthplace of Mediterranean Wine. In this video we go to the Cyprus Wine Museum to ask Francis Guy about the historical wine of Cyprus, and we find out a lot more than expected. Did you know that the Order of the Knights of St. John is still alive? Not only still alive, but there is one right here, at the Cyprus Wine Museum. A real live Knight of the Order of St. John. With a cloak, and a sword! Amazing!
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