Carnival Fun

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Funky Nurse in 2006
The Limassol Carnival is one of the most important events i Cyprus, related to the Dionysian Festivals of the classicalantiquity. It is a joyful and colourful event that attracts both young and old, locals and visitors, making Limassol the carnival centre of Cyprus.
The festivities begin on Shrove Thursday or Tsiknopempti (February 28th) with the entrance of King Carnival in town. Limassol Municipality organizes various events such as open-air parties, children’s parades and serenaders evenings.
Τhe Grand Carnival Parade on Sunday, March 10, is the culmination of the carnival events. It will start at 13.00 from St. Nicholas roundabout and will proceed along Makarios III Avenue.

via www.cyprusevents.net
In Nicosia where I was born and reared, the Carnival was certainly not as popular as it has been for years in Limassol. As a child, I never used to dress up or go to fancy dress parties. Having been to the Carnival in Limassol about 10 years ago, I had so much fun that I decided to dress up for Carnival and go to fancy dress parties in Larnaca! Needless to say I had a great time! But just like in hometown Nicosia, the carnival isn't very popular in Larnaca either, so I haven't been to a fancy dress party since 2008!


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Crazy hippie in 2007
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Brazilian Girl in 2008

Comments

  1. Kofla Olivieri8 March 2019 at 21:27

    It sounds like a lot of fun, and I love the outfits!

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  2. Anastasia Marou9 March 2019 at 19:35

    Yes, indeed! It's the time to dress up, relax and unwind.

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