Kalavasos, Cyprus. The village of Kalavasos will host a cultural event on May 1 dedicated to the history, art and tradition of silk. The Journey of Silk: From China to Cyprus festival aims to highlight cultural ties between Cyprus and China through the art of silk.
Festival programme and organisers
The festival is organised by the group To Kamateron, which aims to revive the art of silk, and will take place in the village square from 10am to 5pm. Activities will include workshops, exhibitions, demonstrations, DJs, storytelling, village walks and Chinese performances.
Cyprus-China participation and support
Members of the Chinese community will take part in the festival, with the support of the Confucius Institute, the University of Cyprus, and the Kalavasos Community Council. The event will blend Cypriot silk traditions with elements of Chinese cultural heritage.
Workshops, displays and demonstrations
The programme includes music by a DJ, silk-themed art workshops, art and craft exhibitions, activities for children, a presentation of silkworms at all stages of their life cycle, and a silk art market. Workshops on Cypriot silk handicrafts and Chinese handicrafts will be offered, alongside Chinese martial arts demonstrations and tai chi dances with fans.
Officials attending
Deputy Minister of Culture Vasiliki Kassianidou and the Chargé d’Affaires of the Chinese embassy Zhou Yunliang are expected to attend.
Location and details
The event will be held in Kalavasos in Larnaca district, from 10am to 5pm on May 1, with information available at https://www.facebook.com/silkfestivalcyprus.
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