So, today Cousin Bobbe picked me up around noon and we headed down into old Lefkosia (or Nicosia if you prefer – I will use them interchangeably throughout the rest of this trip). Yea, that one... Inside the walls and moat. Saw the old fortifications, saw the moat (now drained), the gates, Eleftheria monument and other interesting sights. Had lunch of grilled chicken, fried olives and salad at a local eatery and headed to a gallery to see an exhibition of Yannis Tsarouchis' paintings.
Here is a selection of the displayed works. Sorry, but all I had was my phone, so you'll have to imagine them in better quality. See if you can tell what the common theme in them is... Cousin and I had a great time debating the merits of triangles in art as well as Tsarouchis' use of light, shadow and well... the obvious.
The artist himself
So after that, we took a stroll through the narrow streets and ended up at the Green Line. The hostilities have eased in the past few years so after a bit of prodding, I got cousin to cross with me over to the “dark side”. We walked around a bit and scouted photo locations. Will post pictures when we go back.
Then, back to Bobbe's house for tea and Halloumi Bread. Chatted a bit about where I HAVE to visit next. Got back to the house for chilling and dinner.
After dinner, visting more cousins (Revekka, Frosa etc...)
Random Thoughts
- I REALLY REALLY need to buy a hat – Seriously – Before Saturday.
Contradiction of the day (this may become a regular feature depending on my observational acuteness).
Guy puffing away on a cigarette right under the NO SMOKING sign.
- Oh and this sign says... "Air for Sale"
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