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Study Abroad in Cyprus
By: Arthur Pino Coming to the Old World is a new experience for me. I can say that, besides the luxuries and brands similar to those in America, it is quite different. This land has been inhabited for at least 4,000 years, according to the sign outside the Agio Lazaros (The Church of St. Lazarus).…
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House of Dionysus
By: Arthur Pino On a field trip, we went to Paphos, where we were able to visit a “World Heritage Site.” This would be the second opportunity I have had to see one in my life within the last year; the other was Chichen Itza in Mexico. It was a very hot day, and walking…
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A Big Discovery!
By: Arthur Pino Today was another hard but rewarding day. It was the first time I had worked in the trenches three days in a row, and I felt it. This day, in particular, revolved around hands. My hands themselves, and an accessory for hands. As usual, I did not wear gloves to start…
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Lefkara
By: Arthur Pino Today, July 7, 2025, marks the last Monday I will be spending in Cyprus. The day’s agenda included a field trip to a small village that I cannot name, as well as another village called Lefkara. It was quite the experience and included many things I did not expect. We arrived…
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Last Thursday
By: Arthur Pino Today is the last Thursday I will be spending in Cyprus; I cannot wait to be home to my family. This trip was incredible in so many ways. It brought me closer to my family, my friends, myself, my country, and my religion. What more can a person ask for in anything…
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Lafkara and Lace
By: Douglas Pearce Nestled at the southern foot of the Troodos Mountains in Cyprus, Pano Lafkara is a small, charming village with cobbled limestone streets, red clay roof tiles, and a history dating back to the 14th century. The town derives its name from the Greek words for “white, “Lefka,” and “mountain, “ori,” due to…
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Eating on a budget in Cyprus
By: Douglas Pearce Eating out in Cyprus is an enjoyable experience, but it can add up throughout a month-long visit. I have compiled some of the ways I was able to keep costs down while still maintaining a regional culinary experience. Here’s a brief list of where to shop, what to buy, and how to…
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Hala Sultan Tekke
By: Douglas Pearce If you’re looking for a unique experience to fill a free day in Cyprus and want to visit a mosque, Hala Sultan Tekke is the perfect destination. Located on the west bank of Larnaca Salt Lake, it is about 6 kilometers west of central Larnaca. The Mosque has great significance in Islam, and it…
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Cats of Cyprus: History and Legend
By: Douglas Pearce Cats will greet visitors to the island of Cyprus within a short order of their arrival, as cats outnumber people on Cyprus by a ratio of nearly 2:1. An estimated 2 million cats inhabit the island. In contrast, only 1.3 million people call Cyprus home. The felines can be seen everywhere in…
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Halloumi Choirokotia: Traditional Haloumi and Basket WeavingHalloumi
By: Douglas Pearce Just 30 minutes northwest of downtown Larnaca sits the picturesque village of Choirokotia. Nestled at the southern end of the Troodos Mountains in the White Mountains area, the village is home to one of the most unique experiences in Cyprus. A brief walk up winding cobbled streets leads to the Petros Nikolaou…
Vigla Archaeological Project 