The Medieval Festival in Ayia Napa
Holidays in Cyprus are a great way to break the leisurely pace of the island, and a festival in a medieval setting couldn't better emphasize Cyprus's rich history.
Festival Dates
The Medieval Festival in Ayia Napa in 2023 will last for a whole week and will take place from October 7th to 14th. The celebration will be held for the 18th time. It is considered to be the longest of its kind on Cyprus and in Europe in general.
Events at the Festival
The festival's activities are inspired by the medieval period. The program will include the following elements:
- Street theater
- Theatrical performance of a medieval monastery
- Concerts
- Dance shows
- Performance of the "Street of the Crusaders"
- Medieval market
- Exhibition of a collection of antique weapons
- Workshops
Frequently Asked Questions about the Medieval Festival in Ayia Napa
Is this an international festival?
The show will feature artists dressed in medieval costumes from countries such as Greece, Russia, Italy, Ukraine, Romania, Slovakia, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Belarus, and of course, Cyprus.
What activities are there for children?
Overall, children should enjoy everything, but workshops where children can make clay pots and weave baskets will be particularly interesting.
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Born and raised in Yekaterinburg, visited more than 40 countries, lived in the USA for some time, and in 2022, moved to Northern Cyprus. Education: Ural State University (now Ural Federal University), Faculty of Political Science and Sociology. Professional Experience: Since 2008, worked in the…