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The Philatelic and Postal Museum opened its doors in Lefkosia in 1981. In 1999 the museum was renovated and its exhibitions enhanced. A letter box from rural postal service dating back to late 19th early 20th century, early postmen’s uniforms,…

The institution of the Commissioner for Administration and the Protection of Human Rights was introduced in Cyprus in 1991 as the main extra-judicial mechanism of monitoring the administration to establish whether its actions violate the human rights…

In 1955, following many years of diplomatic efforts when Great Britain never accepted to discuss the question of self- determination (its answer was always a curt " the subject is closed"), and the United Nations for years did not make a stand, a…

The 12th century B.C. saw the advancement of metallurgical techniques, which had been introduced by the Achaeans, and one such example is this bronze statue of a male figure
wearing a conical cap with horns, known as the "Horned God". In the…

Rembrandt van Rijn was born in Leiden, Holland on 15th July 1606. His father was a miller and his mother the daughter of a banker. In 1631 he went to Amsterdam as a young printmaker, painter and etcher and opened a workshop taking on numerous…

In 1955, following many years of diplomatic efforts when Great Britain never accepted to discuss the question of self- determination (its answer was always a curt " the subject is closed""), and the United Nations for years did not make a stand, a…

Ιn 1969 the Society of Cypriot Studies was founded and the first International Congress of Cypriot Studies was held. The aim of the Society is to study and promote the archaeological, historical, philological and cultural heritage of Cyprus from…

2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Cyprus and the People's Republic of China. The two countries over the past 50 years have developed their relations at a political, economic and…

Τhe Social Insurance Scheme was first implemented in January 1957. It is compulsory to all legally employed and self-employed citizens of Cyprus who are eligible for social insurance.

The 1957 benefits included those for marriage and maternity,…

This year marks the 50th anniversary (1971-2021) of uninterrupted presence and contribution of the State theatre to the cultural affairs of Cyprus. The Theatrical Organization of Cyprus is growing and preparing for the next 50 years, remaining…