Cyprus Times

The Tradition of the Kyra Sarakostis Calendar

Published February 23, 2026, 14:04
The Tradition of the Kyra Sarakostis Calendar

In the province of Paphos and other areas, many housewives prepare the "Kyra Sarakostis Calendar," a dough calendar that counts the seven weeks of Great Lent. Kyra Sarakosti is depicted with seven legs, symbolizing the weeks until Easter, and one leg is removed each Saturday. Tradition researcher Anna Tselepou emphasizes the importance of preserving these customs, which contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage.