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The Village
The village of Lefkara is situated at an altitude south – easterly of Troodos mountain, between Larnaca and Limassol. It could be said that Lefkara is situated in the heart of Cyprus, since it is located at a distance of 50 km away from Nicosia, 35 km from Larnaca and 55km from Limassol.
Many other picturesque communities are located in the surrounding area of Lefkara, such as Tochni, Skarinou, Kato Drys where someone can visit the monastery of Agios Minas. AlsoVavla, Ora, Meline, Odou are beautiful villages very near Lefkara. Leaving Lefkara and heading towards a higher altitude someone finds the picturesque village of Vavatsinia or Agious Vavatsinias.
The dry and healthy climate, the hospitality of people of Lefkara the rare beauty of the landscape and the tradition of the embroidery craft, are only some of the reasons that attract thousands of people from all around the world to visit Lefkara.
Taking long walks into the heart of nature can become an unforgettable experience for the Lefkara visitor. Following the path of nature one can reach the village of Kato Drys. Fishing can also be enjoyed, since two of the biggest dams of Cyprus are located a very short distance from the village. It is also important to be said that though someone lives actually up in the mountains in perfect climate conditions, can also dive in to the sea after 10 minutes driving.The village took its name from the limestone rocks of the region (Lefka ori – White mounts - Lefkara). The houses in Lefkara (Redbluedoor), built in traditional architectural style, are always clad with the traditional Lefkara stone which, along with the clay tiled roofs, give a distinctive look.
Historical sources reveal that the various conquerors of Cyprus had left their traces in Lefkara. Under Venetian rule (1489 – 1570), Lefkara became a tourist resort for the Venetian noblewomen who, according to a historical version, taught the craft of embroidery (Lefkaritiko lace) to the women of the village. It is believed that during this period, the great painter Leonardo Da Vinci visited Lefkara and bought a large tablecloth for the altar of the Milan Cathedral.
Lefkara, as a whole, represents a lively museum where the visitor can, in every corner of the village, feel the experience of living in past periods. By staying in Lefkara, visitors are given the opportunity to live for a while in the gitonia (neighborhood) and the sokakia (narrow streets) where women embroidering the Lefkaritiko lace and men have their coffee in the coffee shops of the square in Lefkara. A visitor has also the chance to visit the “Museum of Folklore Art” and the “Cyprus Wax Museum” both in the heart of Lefkara village.
Restaurants are always open to serve the traditional dish of the village -Lefkaritiko Ttava and Cyprus meze.
In Lefkara there is also Police Station, Hospital and Fire Station.

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