5+1 Easter traditions in Cyprus

Easter (known as “Pascha” in Greek) is a big deal where I’m from and a very special time to be in Cyprus. First and foremost, you get to experience the island in spring, which is pretty wonderful (and smells divine), be present in the country’s most mystical and spiritual of days, and participate in tons of fun and interesting traditions, some of which have been around for hundreds, if not thousands of years.

Here they are:

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