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Traditional Clean Monday Celebrations in Paphos: A Feast of Tradition and Community

Published February 23, 2026, 14:11
Traditional Clean Monday Celebrations in Paphos: A Feast of Tradition and Community

Clean Monday was celebrated with great success in Paphos, with massive public participation following traditional customs. People gathered in fields, parks, and beaches, cutting the 'nose of Lent' and enjoying Lenten delicacies. The area of Paphos lighthouse, Geroskipou, Agios Georgios Pegias and Latsi were among the most popular locations. The Mayor of Paphos, Angelos Onisiforou, emphasized the importance of the day as the beginning of Great Lent and called on citizens to celebrate responsibly and with respect for the environment. Meanwhile, the Municipality of Yeroskipou took measures to facilitate citizens who chose Geroskipou beach for the celebration.