December 2024

Environmental Group Discovers Location of Historic St. Anthony's Gate in Famagusta The environmental and cultural heritage group "Always Friends of Nature" has announced a revolutionary discovery concerning the ancient walls of Famagusta. Their study allows us to determine the location of one of the four historical gates of the city - the Gate of St. Anthony. In a written statement, the group's chairman,...

Merit Hotels hosted students of the Lefkoşa Special Education and Vocational Training School at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel within the scope of social projects. The event, organized with the aim of sharing the joy of the New Year and helping children create happy memories, gave students an unforgettable day at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel. As part of the annual traditional event held at Merit Lefkoşa Hotel, students...

Gazimagusa Mayor Suleyman Uluçay said that work is underway to renovate 35 parks across the city. In a statement made through the press office of the Gazimagusa Municipality, Mayor Uluçay provided the following information on the progress of the work: "There are a total of 35 parks within the boundaries of the municipality of Gazimagusa. This week, playgrounds were installed in 7 parks, shortcomings were...

In Tokyo, light installations and holiday shows fill the city with Christmas cheer, despite the lack of religious connection to the holiday. In Taipei, a Christmas tree has been erected near Taipei 101 and an entertainment city has been organized, and in Nairobi, shopping malls are already sparkling with Christmas lights. In Dubai, Christmas markets and a giant Santa add to the festive flavor. European...

Under the auspices of the presidency and the leadership of the wife of President Ersin Tatar, Sibel Tatar, the presentation of the "Keçada" brand took place. The event was held at the Concorde Tower Hotel in Nicosia with the participation of President Ersin Tatar, his wife, as well as a married couple of the Turkish ambassador to Nicosia and other high-ranking guests. The solemn part included a video...

Christmas lights were lit in London. On the square near the Covent Garden shopping center, there is an 18-meter Christmas tree. She was raised in the UK. 30,000 light bulbs sparkle among the branches. The building itself is also decorated with garlands. And inside, giant bells froze under the ceiling, as if they were about to ring. The mall is always crowded. Tourists are attracted by the luxury shops,...

In his speech at the evening, Lefkoşa Mayor Mehmet Harmanci spoke about the policies and projects they have implemented since he came to power to improve the living standards of people with special needs, their social adaptation, access to transportation, education and employment opportunities. Harmanji recalled that in 2014, an important decision was made for society when Celen Chagansoy, a person with...

Celebration in Paris. The huge word "Thank you" shines at Notre Dame Cathedral. This is a message to everyone who helped revive the iconic landmark after the fire. And now, five years later, Notre Dame is open again. As world leaders, including Donald Trump, gathered inside, hundreds of Parisians came to watch the opening outside. : "I wanted to hear the bells. Notre Dame's life is encapsulated in the...

On December 5, an event dedicated to "World Turkish Coffee Day" was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Nicosia. The organizer was Sevim Çağla Serim, the wife of Ambassador Yassin Ekrem Serim. The event was attended by high-ranking guests, including Sibel Tatar, wife of President Ersin Tatar, and Zerrin Ustel, wife of Prime Minister Unal Ustel. The participants learned about the history of...

One village in Hungary has now received its own gingerbread copy. The locals created it for Christmas. Agnes Kelemen, deputy head of the dance ensemble: "We use 70 kg of flour, 20 kg of powdered sugar, 20 kg of honey, 220 eggs and two large boxes of gingerbread spices." Everything turned out to be like in the real world: about 100 houses, enterprises, churches and a town hall. The windows glow comfortably,...

President Ersin Tatar participated in the Ülker Lefkoşa Marathon organized by Lefkoşa Municipality (LTB). According to the information provided by the presidential administration, Tatar, in his address to the press at the event, congratulated all those who contributed to the Lefkošiė Marathon, which has become a tradition. Drawing attention to the importance of the marathon, the funds from which will...

Flickering lights adorn the trees and buildings in Zagreb's historic center. The 15th annual Advent festival has started here. The mayor of the city opens the event, lighting a candle at the city fountain. Advent lasts four weeks before Christmas. Last year, it attracted more than 120,000 foreign visitors to Zagreb. In this, according to the city tourism department, hotels and other accommodation are...

The Chancellery of the Consular Department of the Russian Embassy in the Republic of Cyprus has provided assistance to more than 15 thousand Russians during the year of work in the north of the island. According to the Russian diplomatic mission in Nicosia, since its opening in August 2023, the office has received over 15 thousand visitors. Previously, consular services were provided in the difficult...

Estonian artist Marianna Seiman crochets flowers, mushrooms and shells. The products are very realistic with small details. Marianne learned to crochet as a child. With age, she mastered various crafts: felting, sewing and making jewelry from polymer clay. But, in the end, the woman returned to crocheting. First I knitted brooches, then mushrooms, marine life and flowers. "The flowers became larger, I...