Whatever, very beautiful house and pieces that is that, the whole story is a scam. The tenant said she and her family were making these for centuries, something was odd as I know a bit about embroidery ( my mother use to embroider) I decided to ask her a simple question " how long does it take to make this kinda piece?" And guess what she gad no idea so asked about another piece she still could not answer and started telling me that actually these were not embroidered there lol and finally lied again making an answer up :" I would say 2 days" well obviously she has not a single knowledge about...
Read moreThe museum is still open to the public despite the coronavirus restrictions. At the entrance you'll be asked if you want to watch a short video on the local handicraft (lacemaking tradition) - i'd recommend this video. The exhibits on the ground floor (local agriculture) have descriptions but the ones (lacemaking) on the first floor don't. I enjoy watching stuff rather than reading stuff so having no descriptions was fine with me. All in all this is a...
Read moreLovely little museum in the heart of Lefkara. The entry is free, but you have to leave your bags in a safe locker, you can keep your camera and phone with you. There was a video approximately 15 mins long about the history of embroidery in the village and the trading. Nice rooms with examples, also silversmith items as well. Upstairs you can see a house from the early...
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