Scheduled monastic tour in the Troodos mountains
A guided excursion is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, at 10:00, visiting several historical religious sites in the Troodos mountains. The itinerary includes the Holy Cross Monastery in Omodos, which houses relics attributed to the Holy Cross and Apostle Philip, and the Trooditissa Monastery, known for its collection of items related to fertility prayers. Participants will also visit the Trikoukkia Monastery, historically linked to the Kykkos icon, followed by lunch at a local tavern. The final destination is the Kykkos Monastery, the largest monastery in Cyprus, known for its museum and historical icon of the Virgin Mary attributed to Saint Luke. The trip also features a visit to the Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery, a site protected by UNESCO. The tour combines religious historical sightseeing with local culinary experiences. Participants will have the opportunity to view various religious icons, relics, and monastic artifacts across the selected locations.