Ornaments made of smilies, white embroidery and basketry items adorn the Christmas trees located at the entrances of Larnaca and Paphos airports.
A statement by Hermes Airports says that "the atmosphere at Larnaca and Paphos airports is Christmas-like as Hermes, in collaboration with the Deputy Ministry of Culture and the Cyprus Handicraft Service, decorated the Christmas tree at the entrance of Larnaca Airport with handmade ornaments inspired by Cypriot tradition".
Specifically, "more than 25 craftsmen from the Cyprus Handicraft Service embroidered leucarite motifs and created ornaments made of smilies, basket makers from the Larnaca Creativity and Culture Centre made stars, experienced sculptors created hand-painted figurines, while motifs used in Carpathian uniforms were transformed into festive decorations. The aim is to give passengers a multi-layered picture of the culture of our country."
In addition, "next to each tree there is a sign with a QR code where visitors can scan with their mobile phone and be taken to a specially designed website to learn more about the technique of leucaritiko, phytkiotiko, the Cyprus Handicraft Service and more."
According to the announcement, "throughout December, various events have been planned at Larnaca and Paphos airports for both passengers and visitors. Among other things, the public will have the opportunity to listen to the Sistema orchestra's scale that offers music education to migrant, refugee or children with limited resources, enjoy the choir of the School for the Deaf or buy items from the Sophia for Children Foundation, supporting the efforts of the foundation."
Also "Christmas violin sounds and dancers will welcome passengers and visitors to the airports from the beginning of December. Interactive workshops have also been planned at Larnaca Airport for primary schools in the province, whose pupils will have the opportunity to listen to favourite Christmas stories, make crafts and enjoy children's Christmas music."
Source: CNA
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