It is very easy to pass by the cultural places to visit inCyprusdue to the beautiful beaches, hot climate and many dining and clubbing venues and also many leisure facilities. Cyprus is full of wonderful and interesting history and for those who can take a little time out to visit these places you will be very surprised just how much the culture, artefacts and monuments will take your breath away.
NICOSIA (Lefkosia) The Capital Of Cyprus
- CyprusMuseum
- St. Johns Cathedral
- Venetian Walls
- Laiki Geitonia
- Handicraft Centre
- LeventisMuseum
- The Archbishopric
Limassol ( Lemesos)
- Limassol Castle
- Kolossi Castle
- Municipal Gardens and Museum
- Temple of Apollo
- Ancient Amathus
- Phassouri Vineyards
- Cyprus Wine Museum
LARNACA (Larnaka)
- Church of St. Lazarus
- The Salt Lake
- LefkaraVillage
- Pierides Museum
- Church of Panagia Angeloktisti
- KornosVillage
- Stavrovouni Monastery
- Choirokoitia Neolithic Settlement
- Hala Sultan Tekke
PAPHOS (Pafos)
- The Harbour
- The Castle
- Tomb of the Kings
- TempleofAphrodite
- Paphos Forests
- St Pauls Pillar
- The mosaics – Petra tou Romiou
FAMAGUSTA
- AgiaNapaVenitian Monastery
- SeaCaves-CapeGreko
- AgiaNapaHarbour
- Paralimni old shopping centre
- Thalassa Museum
And of course not forgetting the truly amazing Troodos Mountains where you will see the whole ofCyprus and meet some very culture and historcail villages upon the way.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 22ND NOVEMBER 2011
Legal Consultants in Famagusta – Review – Cypriot Folklore
We wanted to enlighten our readers to a delightful treat for all the family situated in the heart of Aradippou on the outskirts of Larnaca.
It is very easy with everyday up to date and modern living to forget the true culture of Cyprus. In Aradippou stands the Kostas Kaimakliotis folk museum where you will find a building full of Cyprus culture and the way traditional Cypriots used to live it is perfect!
The building itself is a picture of the traditional home perfectly restored and preserved to the highest standard. The building consists of a traditional family living quarters filled with traditional furniture most commonly used by Cypriots but not so much use din today’s living.
In another room you will find the traditional weaving machine which was used to weave the traditional Cypriot silk and woven materials. This weaving machine is still in use today in the old traditional Cypriot villages and is very much a tourist attraction.
There is a kitchen with all traditional utensils and also an agriculture room of course with Aradippou being such a larger contributor to the agricultural sector for hundreds of years and also a room dedicated to all Cypriots craftsman.
It is truly amazing and feels like time has stood still and left this building in perfect condition for the world to see. This is how the people used to live and work and what a beautiful experience into the true Cypriot folklore tradition.
It is definitely a must see and there is no charge to visit the Kostas Kaimakliotis folk museum.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 23RD NOVEMBER 2011.
Lane 1 – This lane is the lane to the far left. It is used to drive as normal as you would on any road or highway. National speed limit applies.
Lane 2 – This is the middle lane on a 3 lane highway. This lane is used to overtake cars in lane 1. This lane is not to be used to drive normally for long distance. It is used only for over taking and then you must manuver back into lane 1.
Lane 3 – This is predominatly called the fast lane. It is used for over taking cars that are going at a slower pace in lane 1 and 2. It is also used for when there are traffic queues to overtake in a bid to ease conjestion. This lane is again only used for over taking as in lane 2 not for normal driving as in lane 1.
DO NOT
Do not stay in lane 2 and 3 all the way to your destination these are for overtaking only to ease congestion.
If someone is driving too slowly or using lane 3 as their normal driving lane do not overtake by going into lane 2 on the inside this is very dangerous. It is better to indicate with your lights that they must manuver to lane 1 or 2 in order for you to overtake.
Do not drive to slowly on a motorway even in lane 1 there is a national speed limit which not only applies to speed but also to lack of speed. The speed limit is 100kilometers even if you are driving in the fast lane.
If you require further information on how to use the highway look this up on the internet or visit your local police station. For citizens travelling on the new 3 lane motorway in Cyprus they have been given a 2 week grace period anyone caught not abiding by national motorway laws will be penalized in accordance with Cyprus laws.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 18TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Lawyers inFamagusta- Review – Cyprus Zoo
Did you know that Paphos is the third largest bird park inEurope? You learn something new everyday.
The park was originally built to house the large bird collection and has now expanded to other wild and wonderful animals becoming one of the islands most frequented animal parks inCyprus.
New to the clan is 2 white lion cubs flown in all the way fromAfrica. And what a treat they are. They are beautiful species and have taken toCypruslike their own home. Of course coming from such a hot climate it has made it a lot easier for them both to settle in.
They are very well taken care of and have spacious living conditions and it is hoped once they are of the right age they will breed andCypruswill have its very own white lion family.
The animal park has many different animals for a truly enjoyable day out consisting of zebras, giraffes and 2 very unique white wallabies. The park is also home to kangaroos of which have just given birth to a new member to the family.
Mr Christos Christoforou is the owner of the park and seems to be doing a fantastic job taking great care of the animals and making sure they receive nutrious diets keeping all the animals in the best health.
This is a great day out for all seasons and all ages, its something different and you will definitely fall in love with a lot of the animals homed in the Paphos Bird and Animal Park.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 22ND NOVEMBER 2011.
A&G Kouzali Cypriot Lawyers – Review – Weaving In Cyprus
Weaving was very popular back the day but as time passes and the generations become more engrossed with technology the Cyprus old traditions have sadly lost there way. Plus with cloth becoming so cheap to import weavers quickly became a thing of the past and the skill to weave was also lost.
You used to find weavers in every village in Cyprus weaving away on the old traditional weaving machine making many beautiful and useful cloths now it is very far between and mainly just for tourist attraction. It is also very hard to find the old weaving machines called ‘looms’ except as we said for tourist attraction.
Nicosia and Famagusta were very famous for weaving silk and this was exported internationally through the port, also Lapithos was very popular for weaving silk found near Kerynia this was many years ago. This Cypriot tradition eventually lost its way in the 20th century when eastern countries began to offer expert silk at very low prices.
You can find in Strovolos Nicosia a workshop operated by a certain gentleman wanting to keep the tradition alive and even revive the tradition and he goes by the name of Rolandos Loucaides.
Mr Loucaides studied the whole weaving mechanics, purchased a loom that was still in perfect working condition and away he went. further studying the techniques and fabrics and bringing back to life the hand woven Cyprus clothes which can be found hanging in the shop window and all around his shop.
This is a definite place to visit when you are in Nicosia for locals and tourists. we should all visit such places and show our support in keeping such important Cypriot culture alive. Not only is it very interesting but you will also find some really traditionally and unique beautiful pieces to definitely be treasured.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 24TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Cyprus Lawyers – review – Polish Business in Cyprus
Quite recently it has been noticed that the Polish are very interested in Cyprus for business investment with Polish registering companies here on the rise. This is more great news for Cyprus.
It appears the tourists and business sectors inCyprusare actually doing very well we just can not come to grips with the property market and getting that right!
The Polish have set their eyes on Cyprus due to the double treaty policy in place and the fact that we have very low tax regimes. 10% corporate tax is still the lowest inEuropeand is attracting more and more international companies’ everyday.
Let us hope and pray the government do not change this in the new austerity measure that will very soon have to take place.
The relationship between Cyprus and Poland is becoming very strong and the Polish Cyprus Chamber of Commerce have recently held an event in Paphos named the Polish Cypriot investment forum running which ran for 2 days to promote business between the two countries and what Cyprus has to offer to such interested parties.
The event went so well the Polish Cyprus Chamber of Commerce plan to make this a continuous annual event in order to really promote their relationship. And with Poland being such a sizeable country it is most certainly in our best interest to promote Cyprus.
We are very happy with the vibrant business centreCyprushas become for internationals and very proud we have so much to offer regarding business investment. If we can operate the property market in the same fashion as our business market we are good to go!
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 25TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Lawyers in Cyprus- Review – Cyprus Villages
There are many magical villages in Cyprus that we are sure many do not pay quite so much attention too and we are positive tourists will know nothing about.
One in particular is a small quaint village by the name of PACHNA. It may be a small village but it has very big attributes to the Cyprus culture and heritage.
Pachna is high in the hills off the highway in between Limassol and Paphos. This quaint village is home to little under 1000 hectares of vineyards producing some ofCyprusmost famous wines. The vineyards here having been in operation for well over five decades and this is only the first attribute this village is home to.
Pachna has 7 churches not all in use but all very well taken care of and preserved. The newest church to the village is the church of Agios Georgeios the older chapels include Agia Marina, Agios Andronicos< Agios Nikolas<Agios Epiphanios, 12 Apostles and Agious Stephanos. The village of the 7 churches how amazing is this.
The village of course has modern amenities for everyday use but on a whole the village is very Cypriot and very well preserved. There are traditional Cypriot taverns restaurants and what would a village be without the coffee shops for the men to sit out side playing their games and socializing.
This village produces the best halloumi not to be missed and you will see many of the farmers moving their goats from pasture to pasture. And the water here is so pure that all the forestry flourishes
This really is a traditional treat for every one of all ages to visit. So for the best tasting wine and halloumi cheese and a perfect unspoilt traditional day out Pachna is the place for you.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 24TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Cyprus Law Firm – Review – Cyprus Wine
Wine producing inCyprushas been in operation since the island was born.Cyprusis in the top 40 countries for wine production and produces 40,000 tons of wine every year.
The first commercial wine company was formed in 1844 this was when residents actually decided to make revenue from the wine before hand it had been made for local use only. The company was called ETKO. Since then the wine industry expanded and there were 4 main wine producing companies inCyprus. ETKO, LOEL, SODAP and KEO.
From the past years export of wine became big revenue for theCyprusIslandand smaller wineries began to emerge. Of course as time passed and new laws come into action and with accession in to the EU many things have changed.
Many positive things have happened for the wineries and many new wines have been and still are being produced to be recognised on international levels.
Cyprus is now a well known wine producing country producing top quality wine and the many vineyards scattered around Cyprus and the wineries themselves where visitors can visit for wine tasting tours are an absolute treat.
The wine industry inCyprusis so popular now thatCyprusholds wine festivals where many nationals from all over the country come to visit and wine tasting competitions take place inCyprusand internationally. The EU now helps 122 wineries inCyprusto harvest their produce that’s how far the wine industry has come inCyprusand evolving everyday.
You can also visit theCyprusWineMuseumwhich is a fantastic day out for all the family where you can taste some of the most famousCypruswine and learn all about the wine industry spanning back over 5 decades!
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 24TH NOVEMBER 2011
Cyprus Lawyers – Review – Thomas Cook Bankruptcy
There maybe devastating news on the horizon for Thomas Cook one of the UK’s longest established tour operators and one of the main players within the European tourism market as reports show that bankruptcy maybe on the cards.
This is really sad to hear, when people ask who to go to for flights and holidays Thomas Cook is always one of the first to be mentioned. Thomas Cook are a part of tourism history so to speak!
Thomas Cook brings flies approximately 300,000 holiday makers toCyprusand is a leadingCyprushotel operator this would be a huge blow to theCyprustourism market and most definitely to the UK tourism market not forgetting they employ exactly the same figure as above that is a vast amount of people joining the unemployment lines. Thomas Cook is also responsible for flying over twenty million passengers worldwide!
These reports are not cemented as yet and hopefully a solution to the financial issues Thomas Cook are experiencing can be achieved we do hope this will happen as it will be a very sad day for many.
A lot of the Middle Eastern unrest and natural disasters that have taken place have played a major roll in this situation and the company now need approximately one hundred million to carry on their operations and that is a tidy sum to find.
Paphos and Limassol will be hit the most by the loss of Thomas Cook short term obviously other tour operators would accommodate these passengers but on the whole the out look is not good. This is a sign of the current times and could be very much future times for many more tour operators to follow.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 28TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Lawyers in Paralimni – Review – Larnaca Development
Larnaca is on the tip of everyone’s tongue at the moment when it comes to new development. Along side Limassol Larnaca is expecting some very major development that will totally transform this part of the island.
The expected development is so hi-tech and modern it will feel like a different country for example the plans for the new port and marina are out of this world or way out of Cyprus’s usual style, boasting pure modern and hi-tech luxury hotels and residential properties along with exclusive shopping facilities and dining venues. Marinaliving will be seen at its best here in Larnaca.
The work is expected to begin in 2012 and could take as long as 8 years to complete that is how big the project will be. Infact a lot of the development in Larnaca is expected to take place in 2012 such as the long coastal road that heads all the way from the coastal fort to the airport will be totally upgraded to a high modern level.
Larnaca is also expecting many new top grade sporting facilities such as x 2 professional tennis and football facility with the capacity to hold 5000 spectators, a luxury golf club resort the first to be home to PGA National Golf Academy and not forgetting the new professional car racing track and luxury new hotel neighbouring the new Larnaca airport.
There is so much more to mention Larnaca is to be totally transformed yet all the old heritage will be kept safely preserved this is a priority also.
We are very excited for all this new development we will be hearing a lot more from Pyla and Ormedia soon. We believe these are very much up and coming areas with a lot of potential and development taking place in the near future.
Well doneCyprusgoof to hear we are keeping positive and on the right track!
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 23RD NOVEMBER 2011.
Legal Consultants – Review – 20011 Tourism
We inCyprushad a great summer season this year for 2011 when many gave up and thought the holiday sector was doomed. It was a fantastic surprise and that’s exactly what it was a surprise to everyone.
Next year for 2012 is expected to be even better! What we found very encouraging was the reception from theUKholiday market who we thought had leftCyprusbut turned out to be quite the contrary.
What we have to remember is theUKhas been hit very hard with the financial recession as have many of us but they still remained loyal toCyprusand came to visit our beautiful island. Arrivals were definitely up on last year and this is very promising. Even if next year stays at the same level it is still an achievement in the current financial climate.
Cyprusis looking to promoteCyprusfurther of course with all the main travel tour operators in theUK. If we could only drop the prices that tourists have to pay on everyday shopping we could really boost our island back to how it used to be. This is something the government should really take a look at.
Bringing in a regulated and legalised tourist consumer price list that retail businesses must abide by would be a fantastic concept in helping keep tourism boosted.
Tourism was up on a whole from the Russian, German, Scandinavians, through to the Swiss, UK and Irish it was a motivational year and we hope and pray for this to continue but we must work for it and not even begin to sit back thinking our job is done our job is never done!
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 21ST NOVEMBER 2011.
Paralimni Lawyers – Review -Turkeyand earth quake situation
Turkeyhas been hit by yet another earthquake, not so big as the last one by any means but due to the lack of adequate assessments from the last earthquake, many buildings that were originally given the go ahead after the first quake have collapsed now due to the second quake.
Many citizens are rampaging through the streets shouting for the governor to step down from his position due to the lack of care for the people. Citizens are still living in tents from the last quake and many are freezing and hungry.
It is unsure how many deaths this quake has taken but at least 8 have been counted with many missing. Rescue teams are underway but the citizens are not at all happy with rescue procedures and aftercare from the government.
This is the same country that is fighting for a nuclear plant, this is the same country situated right next toCyprusfighting for a nuclear plant and also experiencing earthquake after earthquake. We reiterate ifTurkeycontinue to fight for the nuclear plant they are comiitting public multiple suicide.
If the Turkish government are not capable of handling such disasters as this adequately, how on earth would they handle the situation if an earthquake affected the potential nuclear plant. We saw the effects ofJapanhow wouldTurkeydeal with that situation?
Our thoughts go out to those affected by the quakes we do hopeTurkeyget their act together in order to help their people!
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 21ST NOVEMBER 2011.
Lawyers in Cyprus- Review – Government Benefits
Well you learn something new everyday! Did you know that politicians and even former politicians were allowed such a high amount of security for their protection? Did you know that little under 10 million euros is spent each year on politicians security every year?
Well now you do know and now we know that we pay for it. The country is bringing in strict austerity measures to avoid an EU bailout and our politicians’ even ex-politicians are spending 10 million euros every year on their security this is ludicrous!
Many people are sitting hungry and not knowing how to pay their rent and electric bills and politicians are walking round with 10 police officers. Some of which have been reported to be doing jobs like washing cars and carrying shopping come on now are you serious…?
It is no wonder the EU are enforcing instance fines on governments failure to cut government spending. We are such a small island who do they need such security against? Even huge pop stars do not have this amount of security.
Lets get real Mr Politicians 120 police officers to look after your shopping and make sure your cars are clean this is not at all acceptable by no means.
It has also come to light that politicians also enjoy the benefit of duty free cars imported in toCyprus…why? The public are sick and tired of paying for the government while they live in luxury it is not fair and should now be taken very seriously when we are in such serious financial trouble.
The government really must get their house in order give up some of their over the top benefits and let the public eat healthily!
Published by a&g Kouzali law office on 25th November 2011
Property Lawyers inCyprus- Review – Cyprus- Property Market
Its good news folks one of the leading overseas property polls reportsCyprusis in fourth place out of 40 worldwide countries for property investment and is still climbing the ladder.
Top of the Props recently published in a leading property news magazine lists public interest in worldwide countries.
Taking the lead isSpainbut in shared fourth place is Cyprus and Turkey together with Thailand coming in 5th place.
This is great news for us we have had many blows recently both of the fault of Cyprus and their laid back policies and also through no fault of our own such as the Mari blast and the world wide economic recession.
The Cyprus government are stepping up their game and bringing in policies to lure investors back such as the Title deed reform and now we are waiting for the reduction in VAT paid on properties and the abolishment of transfer tax. To date this is not final but it would surely show worldwide investors we are making a huge effort to right our wrongs.
I know we keep saying this but it is so true that there are so many bargains in Cyprus due to all the setbacks we have had and it is a buyers market and with the government doing all they can to win back popularity and not wanting anymore bad press investors are a lot safer now than ever before.
Moving up the Top of the Props chart is excellent motivation forCyprusto carry on doing all they can to get us to number one where we feel we deserve to be.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 17 TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Cyprus Legal Consultants – Review – World Aids Day 2011
The 1st December is world AIDS day. AIDS is a disease not so much talked about in Cyprus due to very low numbers being reported but do not be mistaken there is AIDS in Cyprus and this should not be ignored.
Approximately 35 million people have aids in the world and interestingly enough when we think of Aids we think ofAfrica. It is very true Africa has a very high amount of aids but this is only brought to our attention because they have very little money for treatment, education and contraception butBrazilactually has the highest cases of Aids and theUSAis also a front forerunner.
Cyprusfigures are very few amounting to maybe 1% of the population but this the figure must be halted and continuous education and the ready availability of protection should be promoted and pushed drastically if we are to keep these numbers from rising.
Some positive news for world aids day 2011 is that fewer cases around the world are being seen, infact aids related deaths are 20% lower than in previous years and reported new cases have decreased over 20% than previous years. Which means people are now taking note and playing it safe!
It is reported that out of a ratio of 5 cases 1 in 5 HIV/Aids are female cases and the other 4 out of 5 cases are male. Such cases reported inCyprusare between the ages of 20- 40 and while some cases are of persons who live a broad over half of the cases are permanently resident in Cyprus.
While medicines are being created to help the condition and research is a high priority to find a permanent cure as it stands prevention is the only cure this is what we must promote.
Our Children must be fully aware of what aids is, how you catch aids and how to prevent aids. As we said we are very lucky inCyprusto have such few cases on theIslandbut still more must be done to eradicate this disease all together. To start with there should be clinics around the island giving away free condoms to all, and
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 29TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Cyprus Law Firm – Review – HIV/AIDS
What is HIV/AIDS
HIV is a disease that seriously affects the immune system. Once the immune system is attacked by HIV the body deteriorates and is then wide open to catching many infections. HIV Human Immunodeficiency Virus has no cure at present. People can live for many years with HIV and now with the creation of different medications HIV carriers can live a longer more normal life.
HIV symptoms can take many years to show themselves which is why it is import to be tested regularly if sexual intercourse has or is taking place.
HIV can however evolve into AIDS which stands for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. AIDS is when HIV can no longer be controlled and the immune system no longer works giving in to all the infections and cancers attacking the body. The transgression period from HIV to AIDS can take anything up to 10 to 15 years if not longer especially with designed medication.
How you contract HIV
HIV can be contracted through the transfer of male and female sexual fluids or blood.
You can catch HIV by performing unprotected sex. This includes oral, anal and vaginal sex. Many people are ignorant to the fact that oral sex can transfer AIDs that is a very naive and big mistake to make.
You can catch HIV by sharing needles and syringes
Babies can catch HIV before during and after birth and by being breast fed.
You can catch HIV by blood transfusions but this is very rare as blood is very carefully screened.
You can not catch HIV by touching, hugging, kissing! Saliva does not carry HIV.
PREVENTION IS THE ONLY CURE FOR HIIV/AIDS IF ABSTENANCE IS NOT AN OPTION PROTECTION IS YOUR ONLY OTHER AVAILABLE OPTION.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 29TH NOVEMBER 2011.
Lawyers in Famagusta – Reviews – Cyprus Forst 3 Land Motorway
Cyprus offcially has its first completed 3 lane highway accommodating thousands of cars each day travelling into Nicosia. However, citizens do not actually know how to use a highway.
This is quite funny when you think we are in the 21st Century!
The 3 lane highway has taken little under 2 years to complete and was devised to help the long queues of traffic travelling into the islands capital everyday. Previously it would be very common to sit in queues for quite awhile and now hopefully the highway will prevent this. The main reason for this new highway is the hope that it will cut down the amount of road traffic accidents. This wont take affect until citizens actually know how to use it properly.
The police however, have issued a warning to car travellers to do their homework on how to use a motorway as they are only allowing a 2 week grace period for those who are not using it correctly. Anyone caught not using the highway correctly after the 2 week period will be penalized in accordance with the traffic laws.
To be fair the UK has had motorways since before time and people still dont know how to use them so for the Cyprus Island to get used to it in 2 weeks is asking alot. It is very simple to use but some travellers either one can not be bothered and drive how they like or two really do not know and drive where they feel more comfortable.
The new motorway starts from the Larnaca/Limassol highway connect straight through to Nicosia. The whole project costed around over 30 Million euros and was actually completed beofre schelue wow thats a first also for Cyprus!
Congratulations for the first 3 lane motorway in Cyprus!
Check out our article on how to safely and correctly use the new 3 lane motorway.
PUBLISHED BY A&G KOUZALI LAW OFFICE ON 18TH NOVEMEBR 2011
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