Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus, Nicosia
Facts and practical information
The Cyprus Folk Art Museum is a museum in Cyprus dedicated to the country's ethnographic history. The museum is located in Nicosia directly beside the Cathedral of Agios Ioannis Evangelistis, the Byzantine Museum of Cyprus, the National Struggle Museum, and the current Archbhishop's Palace. The square beside the cathedral and museum is named after Kyprianos of Cyprus who was executed by the Ottomans in 1821 for his support of the Greek Revolution. Facing the museum and cathedral is the Pancyprian Gymnasium, founded in 1812 by Kyprianos and is the oldest educational institution in Cyprus. During the 1990s the name of the museum was changed to the Ethnographic Museum for a short period. The museum is a non-profit cultural organisation and has depended on volunteers since it was founded in 1937. ()
Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: St. Sophia Cathedral, Büyük Han, Mevlevi Tekke Museum, Arab Ahmet Mosque.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Ethnographic Museum of Cyprus by public transport?
Bus
- Kıbhas Hava Alanı Servisi (15 min walk)
- Nicosia Bus Station (15 min walk)