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The Museums of Cyprus: A Cultural Paradise for Erasmus + and/or ESC volunteers

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Cyprus, with its rich history and multicultural character, is an excellent destination for Erasmus + and/or ESC volunteers.

The country's museums are impressive and provide unique opportunities to understand the cultural heritage and history of the region. Here are some top museums worth visiting for Erasmus + and/or ESC volunteers
in Cyprus.

Cyprus Museum - Nicosia
The Cyprus Museum in Nicosia is Cyprus's largest and oldest archaeological museum. It was founded in 1882 and hosts exhibits covering the history of Cyprus from prehistoric times to the early Christian years. The exhibits include sculptures, ceramics, jewellery, and other archaeological finds showing Cypriot civilisation's evolution.

Folk Art Museum - Nicosia
The Folk Art Museum, also in Nicosia, offers a unique look at Cyprus's traditional arts and crafts. Exhibits include traditional costumes, embroidery, wood carvings, ceramics and metalwork. This museum is ideal for those interested in understanding Cypriot society's daily life and traditions.

Pieridis Museum - Larnaca
The Pieridis Museum in Larnaca is one of the oldest private museums in Cyprus. It hosts a rich collection of antiquities covering Cyprus's history from the Neolithic era to the medieval period. Students can see everyday objects, ceramics, jewellery, and other archaeological finds that show the life and culture of the ancient Cypriots.

Archaeological Museum of Paphos
The Archaeological Museum of Paphos presents findings from the wider Paphos area, covering a period from prehistoric to medieval times. Here, visitors can admire the impressive mosaics, pottery, jewellery, and sculptures that highlight the historical importance of Paphos as one of the most important cultural centres in ancient Cyprus.

Byzantine Museum - Nicosia
The Byzantine Museum, part of the Archbishop Makarios III Foundation, is located in Nicosia and houses an extensive collection of Byzantine icons, frescoes and other religious objects. The museum's collection is one of the most important in Cyprus and offers a detailed look at Byzantine art and the Christian culture of Cyprus.

Museum of Medieval Art - Limassol
The Museum of Medieval Art is located in the Castle of Limassol and presents exhibits from the Byzantine and Medieval periods. The exhibits include ceramics, sculptures, metalwork and other objects that highlight medieval Cyprus's daily life and art.

Erasmus+ students visiting Cyprus have the opportunity to discover a rich cultural heritage through the island's excellent museums. Each museum offers a unique look at Cyprus's history, art and culture, making them worth visiting.

Andriani, OLS Community Manager - Greek