Paphos EOA head highlights Yiolou Zivania festival’s role in preserving tradition
Charalambos Pittokopitis said the Zivania festival in Yiolou helps safeguard Cypriot traditions, showcase the district’s culture and food, and strengthen community ties.
Yiolou, Cyprus. Festivals such as Yiolou’s Zivania celebration help safeguard Cypriot traditions and showcase the culture and food of the Paphos district, Charalambos Pittokopitis said on Sunday. The head of the Paphos district self-government organisation (EOA) was speaking at the festival.
Customs and community ties
Pittokopitis said the gathering offered the community an opportunity to highlight its customs while reinforcing social ties.
Zivania was the festival’s central focus, alongside the area’s heritage and Cyprus’s tradition of hospitality.
EU protection
Zivania has held protected status under EU rules since 1989, recognising it as a spirit produced exclusively in Cyprus.
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