Tuesday, 28 April 2009

The Folk Art Museum, Limassol, Cyprus


This beautifully preserved old house provides a very interesting collection of Cypriot Folk Art of the last two centuries. Some of the most fascinating objects of the collection are: national costumes, tapestry, embroidery, wooden chests, waistcoats, men’s jackets, necklaces, a variety of light clothes, town costumes, country tools etc.

The museum was established in 1985. More than 500 exhibits are housed in its six rooms. The museum was awarded the Europa Nostra prize, in 1989. Here, the visitor can study Cypriot culture through the hand-made exhibits

Authentic Cypriot handicrafts are also offered for sale.

LOCATION: 253 Ayios Andreas Street, Limassol

OPENING TIMES: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 1.30pm, and 3pm to 5.30pm
on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
(June to September 4pm to 6.30pm)

ADMISSION: £0.50

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