Museum of Folk Art

Cypriot folk crafts in a 15th-century Benedictine monastery

Housed in a 15th-century Benedictine monastery near the old Archbishopric, this small museum offers a window into traditional Cypriot life. The collection spans carved wooden furniture, hand-woven textiles, embroidery from Lefkara (the famous Lefkaritika lace), painted earthenware from Foini, farming tools, and ecclesiastical objects. The building itself is worth a look -- thick stone walls, arched doorways, and a quiet courtyard. It is a quick visit, usually taking under an hour, and pairs well with the nearby Byzantine Museum and Cathedral of St. John.

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