Presidential retreat in Troodos to open for Let’s Go Troodos event
The presidential retreat in Troodos will open to the public on September 6 for an event featuring local products, food, music and children’s activities.
Troodos, Cyprus. The presidential retreat in Troodos will open to the public on Sunday, September 6, for the third edition of the Let’s Go Troodos event.
The event will run from 11am to 6pm and will feature local producers, artisans, traditional food, music and activities for children.
Organisation and charitable support
The event is being held on the initiative of First Lady Philippa Karsera-Christodoulides and is co-organised by the Deputy Ministry of Tourism and the Press and Information Office.
The presidency said the initiative aims to give the public access to “emblematic buildings” of the republic while supporting small businesses in the area.
Proceeds and donations from this year’s event will support the Eleousa retirement home in Agros.
History of the residence
The house was built in the late 19th century during British colonial rule as a summer residence for the governor and his staff seeking relief from the heat of the Mesaoria.
British governors used the property for official work and social gatherings, establishing Troodos as the summer headquarters of the colonial administration.
Following independence in 1960, the property passed to the state and became the official summer residence of the president.
The residence is associated with several presidents, including Archbishop Makarios III, who frequently travelled to govern from Troodos by private helicopter.
During his presidency, Glafcos Clerides oversaw improvements to the residence, including the installation of modern heating and utilities.
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