Travel to Cyprus

Archive for December 10th, 2011

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 18^TH 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.

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.

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.