parades

Meet Paris, ’ black dandies, the Sapeurs

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Meet Paris, ’ black dandies, the Sapeurs

The Sapeurs, known for their offbeat and baroque sartorial style, originated in Central Africa around 1919-1920. They participate in parades and competitions to showcase their skills and abilities in dressing up. The movement gained momentum in the 1950s and expanded to Europe in the 1970s. Sapeurs seek social recognition through luxury brands and use clothing to make a political statement for dignity. They aim to create ambiance and encourage sociability through their colorful and luxurious outfits.

Covering faces at protests to be banned

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Covering faces at protests to be banned

The fact described in the text is that the act of covering one’s face at a protest may be outlawed according to a new bill put forward by the government.

Glittering eco-revolution of Limassol Carnival: A fest of colours and conscious cleanup!

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Glittering eco-revolution of Limassol Carnival: A fest of colours and conscious cleanup!

Fact: The Limassol Carnival in Cyprus generated 5 tons and 160 kg of waste that was collected and sent to waste treatment facilities by volunteers from the “City Friends Club.”

Cyprus commemorates the anniversary of 25 March with parades and celebrations

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Cyprus commemorates the anniversary of 25 March with parades and celebrations

Cyprus will commemorate the anniversary of March 25th with Doxologies, parades, and events in all cities. A Doxology will take place at the Church of Panagia Faneromeni in Nicosia at 10.00, led by Archbishop George, with the presence of the President Nikos Christodoulides, Minister Athena Michaelides, Speaker Annita Demetriou, and the Ambassador of Greece Ioannis Papameletiou. The President and officials will receive the parade salute at 11.00 in front of the Greek Embassy. The parade includes old warriors, students, scouts, unions, and organizations. At 12.30, the President will attend a reception at the Ambassador of Greece’s residence. Ceremonies and parades are planned in other cities as well.

Cyprus honours Greek Independence Day at parades across the island

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Cyprus honours Greek Independence Day at parades across the island

Cyprus will celebrate Greek Independence Day on Monday with parades, events, and church services. A church service will be held at 10am at the Panayia Faneromeni church in Nicosia’s old town, led by Archbishop Georgios and attended by President Nikos Christodoulides, Education Minister Athena Michaelidou, House Speaker Annita Demetriou, and the ambassador of Greece Ioannis Papameletiou. After the church service, they will attend a student parade outside the Greek embassy. President Christodoulides will make a speech at 12.30pm at the ambassador’s residence in Nicosia. Church services and parades will also occur in other cities, with various government officials attending events in Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, Paralimni, and Polis Chrysochou.

What, ’s on this weekend

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What, ’s on this weekend

– A long weekend is approaching, offering cultural events for those staying on the island.
– World Poetry Day will be celebrated with a poetry reading and open mic night at Backstage Gastrobar in Nicosia, hosted by KENO Publications.
– The Belonging exhibition opens at the Goethe-Institut in Nicosia, focusing on artists affected by forced migration, as part of the Assemble programme.
– Azines Mingle event will take place at The Common Room, featuring a zine exhibition, workshop, talks, a zine fair, and live music.
– The 4th Mandarin Festival will be held in Dierona village, featuring mandarin produce, traditional song and dance, and a photography exhibition.

Cyprus is in a carnival mood; events in all municipalities

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Cyprus is in a carnival mood; events in all municipalities

– Cyprus is celebrating carnival with various events and parades.
– Limassol’s big carnival parade starts at 1 pm from Agios Nikolaos junction to Polemidia traffic lights, featuring the Limassol Municipality Philharmonic Orchestra, the Cheerleaders of the Cyprus Drivers’ Corps, the Cantadores, the Batukino percussion band, and the Limassol Cheerleaders.
– The Famagusta carnival parade begins at 2 pm from the 2nd Municipal School of Paralimni, passing through Protaras Avenue and Agios Georgios Street, Paralimni.
– Peyia’s carnival parade starts at 3 pm, crossing Michalaki Kyprianou avenue.

Limassol Carnival Museum to open doors in coming months

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Limassol Carnival Museum to open doors in coming months

The Limassol Carnival Museum, initially planned to launch in 2021, is set to open in approximately one and a half months, as announced by Limassol Mayor Nikos Nicolaidis. It will be located within the Panos Solomonidis Cultural Centre, aiming to showcase Limassol’s carnival heritage. The museum will feature a collection of relics, photos, videos, and costumes from various sources, including public contributions, with support from the Patticheio Municipal Museum. Spanning two floors, it will include exhibition and workshop areas, as well as a rooftop cafeteria. Mayor Nicolaidis and municipal council members have inspected the final construction stages, with Nicolaidis expressing hopes for it to become the most visited museum in the country. Architect-museologist Giorgos Papadopoulos highlighted the museum’s interactive design, which aims to engage visitors, especially children, in learning about the history of the Limassol carnival through interactive games and exhibits. There’s also a possibility of showcasing carnival parades from the 1930s, pending permits from the British administration.

Children, ’s carnival in full swing (pics, video)

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Children, ’s carnival in full swing (pics, video)

Thousands of people of all ages participated in the first round of carnival celebrations across the country on Sunday. The carnival celebrations last for two weeks, with the first Sunday dedicated to the children’s parade. Limassol is the traditional center of these celebrations, but other cities have also started hosting their own parades in recent years. In Limassol, 63 floats took part in the parade, which started at 11:30 am from the municipal garden and moved towards the old port. The parade was led by the queen, referred to as ‘the jewel of the Mediterranean’. People across the country attended various carnival events, showcasing a variety of creative costumes.