Cyprus customs

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the Republic of Cyprus (Greek: K προς; Turkish: Kıbrıs), referred to as Cyprus. It also has another nickname, called "the island of beauty." Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty in Greek mythology, was born here, and there are ruins of the temple of Apollo, which is also called the historical museum of Europe and the Middle East. The capital is Nicosia. The official languages are Greek and Turkish, and English is generally spoken.

Cyprus is located in the northeastern part of the Mediterranean Sea, bordering the maritime transportation hub of Asia, Africa and Europe. It covers an area of 9251 square kilometers and is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. The island of Cyprus is divided into South Cyprus and North Cyprus. South Cyprus is a government-controlled area, and North Cyprus is a separate local regime, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, established by the Turks in the northern part of the island with the intervention and support of Turkey. Northern Cyprus is recognized only by Turkey.

The residents of Cyprus are mainly Greek (majority) and Turkish ethnic groups, each retaining its own traditions and religious beliefs. The Greek ethnic group believes in the Greek Orthodox Church, and its bishop still holds the power granted by the Byzantine Emperor. He wears a purple robe during the ceremony and signs documents with a red pen. The Turks, on the other hand, speak Turkish, maintain Muslim customs, and celebrate Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.

The large cities of Cyprus are now generally modern houses, but in the vast countryside, people still live in traditional houses. Rural buildings have hardly changed compared with houses in the late Neolithic era. Houses are generally built of adobe, stone and ordinary wood, and the roofs are mostly flat for drying agricultural products and sleeping on them. A house generally has three rooms, one for board and board, one for warehouse, and the other for raising livestock. There is a patio in the middle of the house, and under the grape rack in the yard is a well, a beehive-shaped earthen stove and an outdoor toilet. The outside of the yard is surrounded by lemon trees, and the house is not far from my own field. The farmhouse is particularly quiet and beautiful.

The personalities of Cyprus people are warm, kind and hospitable. If you leave before the coffee cools while meeting guests, they will be very disappointed. The language to express reunion after a long separation is handshake and hug. When you meet frequently or for the first time, you only need to shake hands lightly, or you can nod your head to show friendship. If you need to ask Cyprus people for information such as travel, you should first address each other politely before introducing yourself.

They like to socialize and do not pay much attention to false etiquette. They are talkative and helpful, and often feel like they are at first sight. For example, if a tourist drinks in a pub, a local person may pay for you, then smile and wave goodbye. When meeting a guest for the first time, you often shake hands gently, nod or wave well. It is taboo to point in front of others. Relatives and relatives who have been separated for a long time meet each other and shake hands and hug each other.

In social situations, people will politely respect each other, exchange business cards with new acquaintances, and take the initiative to introduce themselves. When invited to a Cyprus home, you usually bring small gifts such as food and flowers. If the host invites a guest to dinner, the guest should respond warmly. Unless it is particularly inconvenient, it is best not to refuse, otherwise it will hurt the host's feelings.

Cyprus is still a country that advocates civilization. It has focused on cultivating good speech and behavior since childhood. On the street, it is difficult to see people walking while eating, running while shouting, spitting, littering, let alone pointing behind others 'backs. A solemn demeanor and elegant conversation are prerequisites for being respected.

In daily life, Cyprus people pay attention to dressing neatly and decently. Not only are they not allowed to take off their coats casually at parties, but they are also not allowed to take off their coats casually in train carriages. Shorts and sleeveless clothes are prohibited when entering the church. Since the perfume industry in Cyprus is relatively developed, whether in public places or in family rooms, you can often smell a faint fragrance that seeps your heart.

The marriage of Cyprus people has a long tradition. When courting, the young man must sing a courtship song "Hundred Love Words" to the girl. The lyrics are very long. The young man must be proficient in the lyrics and sing beautifully to move the girl's heart. The wedding day must be chosen on the first Sunday after the full moon. The most distinctive feature of the wedding was the mattress filling ceremony. 7-9 married young women sat on straw mats and, accompanied by a band, sewed mattresses with red lines. After sewing, the wedding man brought a beautiful little boy, wrapped him in a new mattress, and turned him in all directions to wish the couple an early baby.

When the mattress is placed on the bed, place an open pair of scissors under it to dispel evil and slander. The wedding ceremony was held in the church. The newlyweds rode horses from their respective villages to the church accompanied by relatives and friends. People sprinkled cotton seeds, beans and small copper coins at them, wishing them happiness. The priest prayed for them, and the newlyweds exchanged rings and received blessings. On the third day of the wedding, people danced and reveled together, pushing the wedding to a climax. Newlyweds generally live in the house where the bride married and do not live with both parents. For Cyprus people, marrying a daughter is a very important matter, usually by giving her daughter away to one or more new homes. If parents cannot afford to accompany her, her daughter may not be able to marry for the rest of her life.

In Cyprus, there are 320-340 sunny days a year, with sufficient sunshine, and fruits, vegetables, etc. can be harvested all year round. In addition, it is an island country with abundant seafood. After more than 3000 years of foreign rule and merchants from all over the world brought different cooking techniques. After absorbing the flavors of Greece, Turkey, Albania, Lebanon, Syria, Italy, France, Britain and other places, the Cyprus people have created their own unique food culture.

Cyprus people usually eat simple food, do not pay special attention to eat, but on weekends, like to go to the outskirts of the olive tree or holy temple next to barbecue, braised meat, with lettuce salad to eat. Although it is an island country, seafood is expensive. In ordinary times, people's meat is mainly cattle, sheep and pork, and roast whole animals is their traditional food. The staple food is black bread, and common foods include various dairy products such as yogurt.

A famous food in Cyprus-set meal. Almost every restaurant and restaurant has set meals. The set meals generally consist of 15-20 dishes, weighing about 5-7.5 Cyprus pounds. They are delicious and sufficient, all traditional flavors of Cyprus families. There are two types of set meals: seafood set meals and meat set meals. The seafood set meals include dishes made from seafood such as fish, shrimp, crab, and squid. The meat set meals are mainly grilled sausage and ribs. In addition, there are also fresh vegetables and olive oil. Rural sets, as well as mixed sets between the two or three.

The most famous specialty snack is a tawny lollipop called Sujouko, which is made of almonds and grape juice. String almonds together with something like shredded squid to make cores, and then repeatedly stick them in a paste liquid made of flour and grape juice. It is elastic, has the sweetness of grape juice and the aroma of almond. There is also a popular snack called "Lady's Finger", which is shaped like a woman's finger.

Most hotels and restaurants in Cyprus only serve European meals and a wide variety of snacks are available all over the country. A cake-shaped food called "Maika" is a favorite delicacy in Cyprus. Another candied snack called "Grikis" made of fruits, peels and flower slices is popular among young people. They like to drink wine very much, which is unique with seafood, goat cheese, fried squid and fried potatoes. The wines here have a long history of making, both sweet and spicy. They also like to drink coffee very much, and the coffee shop is open almost 24 hours a day, which shows their love for coffee.

What's special is that the banquet at the time of guests has a special name: Maizi. The table is quite rich, sometimes there are 20 to 30 dishes. For exquisite banquets, use silver tableware. Although tradition requires that you should be vegetarian for the 40 days before Easter, most people only symbolically vegetarian every Friday.

The most important and popular arts in Cyprus are music and dance. Cyprus people also like to dance, and many of its songs have always retained many of the original forms of ancient Greece. At the wedding ball, the men danced vividly and powerfully, and the women moved gently and delicately. Turkish dances are more common, and the "Karhiramadis" dance is a household name. Whether its steps or movements, it reflects the style of Turkish dance. However, in the narrative poems and dances, there is also a strong Greek color. Dance to relieve fatigue after work or on holidays. Another pastime is to sit idle.

Cyprus people also particularly like hunting. Cyprus has many mountains, trees, birds and animals. Tens of thousands of hunting permits are issued every year in Cyprus, and both adults and children like to go hunting in the mountains during holidays.