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December/Декабрь

Paphos Digest

Why Fitzgerald's?We aim to bring you theBEST VALUE propertiesin Paphos and now theyare even better value...* A Safe Investment* No VAT charge to pay* Fully equipped* You can move in NOWMost of our propertieseither have the Title Deedissued, available or are inthe final stages of LandRegistry approval.Fitzgerald Marketing onlylist properties that are safeto buy and have a fullrecord of anyencumbrances on eachproperty.

Featured Property

Bright low level home withattractive outdoor setting and 360views roof garden. Qualityfixtures and fittings. All graniteextensive kitchen, fully equipped.2.5 km to the beach, 1km to PeyiaVillage Square. Good sized plot atthe end of quiet culdesacReference: 1396(See page 10)We continue to advertise ourworld class website on the famousBritish property website‘Rightmove’, the Cyprus Mail,Essential Paphos magazine andthe Russian magazine ‘My Island’(Moi Ostrov) attracting sellers aswell as buyers.We are seeing consolidation ofprices at current realistic levels.As more people wake up to thefact that this is a wonderfulopportunity to buy villas, priceswill increase however prices forapartments will continue to be softbecause there is a big oversupplyof these types of properties.

Published By Fitzgerald MarketingSolomos Court74 Apostolos Pavlou AveKato PaphosCyprus 8046Tel: +357 26 930345Fax: + 357 26 930929e: [email protected]: www.fitzgeraldcyprus.comCover Photo Christmas in Cyprus

TroikaThe Cyprus economy came under the spotlightagain this month as the Troika (EuropeanCentral Bank, European Union andInternational Monetary Fund) reached the finalstages of helping the island with bailout funds.The general projected figure in circulation isthat a €17 billion rescue package will berequired. €9.5 billion will be required forrescuing the banks, €6 billion for maturingstate debt, and €1.5 billion for public finances.The local general consensus is that the banks arealso responsible for the current economic problems in Cyprus, through excessivelending to property development in Cyprus and secondly, to the banks’ recklessexposure to Greek bonds.There is also a focus on bank practices in promoting risky foreign currency loanswhich landed hundreds (if not thousands) of property owners bearing up underballooning debt, largely due to loans issued in Swiss Franks.The spotlight on the Cyprus economy is long overdue, according to generalsentiment. It is believed that the imposed checks and balances by the Troika,although unpalatable, will bring many positive changes to financial practices inCyprus.Whatever problems we might have here on the island, visitors still see Cyprus as anattractive, sunny, welcoming place for holidays and as a desirable place to live.The Troika has also focused on the fact that many properties in Cyprus do not haveTitle Deeds and that this, in their words, is a serious “impediment to concludingtransactions in the housing market”.At Fitzgerald’s the perennial Title Deeds problem does not exist! We have longrecognised that the lack of Title Deeds poses a risk for the buyer, and have chosento focus on selling properties with Title Deeds. The buyer, on full payment for theproperty, walks away with the Title Deeds in his hands.In November we achieved 8 sales and have doubled the number of enquiries forproperties. Our motto ‘Quality Properties, Realistic Prices and Title Deeds’, meansbuyers can choose with confidence from a quality selection of lovely properties atappropriate open market values.

Daryl Fitzgerald

Of course it all starts with clients wishing to sell. Attuned to market dynamics,the open market value has to be well judged. With the growing number of ownersentrusting us to sell their properties, the results speak for themselves.However, this is not to say that demand is buoyant. The demand for Cyprusproperty is there, but only the continual advertising and promotion of propertiesinternationally is what brings in good results.It is a hard won distinction for a Fitzgerald's but delivering superior customerservice for buyer and the seller is what makes it all worthwhile.We offer Legal referralBanking/loan assistanceInterior Design/furnitureProfessional TradesmenCatering ServiceRemovalistsWith our Real Estate Licence No 637 and the world economic situation gettingslowly better we look forward to expand our range of properties and look forwardto serving more customers."The Office"Being a family business we have one officecentrally situated in Paphos close to and in walkingdistance of both the Paphos Harbour and the Tombof the kings Road.From the harbour walk up towards the BegoniaGarden centre at the traffic lights and we are on theleft just before the “Wishing Tree”.Coming from the Tomb of the kings turn right at the traffic lights (or cut through bythe Roman Hotel) and we are a short way down on the right just after the “WishingTree”.Office hours are 9am to 5.30pm 6 days a week with no break for lunch.So if you are working and only have your lunch break to come and see us, you arewelcome!

Press Release from Trustees of ArchangelMichael Hospice

Last week the government granted the licence to establish thehospice.A number of exciting things have happened arising from this.

1. We have to put the name in Greek, translated into Greek it become ArchangelMichael Hospice, so it was better to use this name for both languages.2. The hospice will be an independently run charitable trust3. A new website has been established for the hospice

www.archangelmichaelhospice.comThe work on completing the hospice is well underway, there are painters,electricians, plumbers and other trades hard at work.The dream and vision started in the 1990’s is taking shape.It has taken a lot of patience and hard work to get this far. We are very grateful toall those who have donated funds to get us this far.However there is a great deal of work still to do on the operational side, in otherwords things like how the laundry is dealt with, the policies and procedures of thehospice, health and safety checks, fire prevention checks, much more.We are also very grateful to all those who haveand continue to work in the hospice shops andarranging other fundraising events.We need to continue all that hard work as wehave to raise some 700,000 euro’s per year.The building is paid for but we cannot eventhink of bringing a patient in till we have350,000 euros in the bank! So keep up thehard work.We would encourage people to arrange localevents in their favourite bar, restaurant ortavern. One the funding team will try to comealong on the evening and give a shortpresentation on the hospice.If having an event please contact:Fr. Jim 99793169For Greek speaking events Marcos 9964708

PachnaPachna (Pakhna, Πάχνα) is a village in the LimassolDistrict of the Republic of Cyprus.Perched on the southern slopes of the TroodosMountains, at an altitude of 750 metres above sealevel, Pachna enjoys an ideal climate for vinecultivation.The name Pachna is thought to originate from theancient Greek word “πάχνη” (pachni) which relates tothe morning white frost found on leaves following achilly night. Another explanation could come from thealternative meaning of “πάχνη”, a manger, in reference

to its protected location amidst the surrounding high hills.Chalky soil, and its elevation and climate, have made Pachna an ideal location forviticulture. The two local wineries have developed a reputation for quality whilstusing mostly local grape varieties. By 1985, Pachna was the largest grape producingvillage on the island with 830 hectares of land under cultivation, mainly local mavroand xynisteri grape varieties.There is also historical evidence that vines have been cultivated in Pachna sinceancient times as evidenced from pottery found in excavations at the nearby AyiaMarina settlement.Pachna is subdivided into Pano (upper) and Kato (Lower) Pachna. The distinctionfuels healthy local rivalry with Pano Pachna taking the upper hand on the‘superiority’ ladder, with the reputation as the more affluent side of the village.Pachna is one of those villages in Cyprus where the traditional fabric of the villageis intact. If you are visiting Pachna and vernacular Cypriot architecture is of interestto you, you’ll find a treasure trove of historically significant examples here.Fitzgerald’s have a phenomenally appealing country estate for sale in the village (theUpper Pachna!) which even comes with fortification walls and deed archedentryway with dedicated Guard Room. A delightful rustic charm of bygone era! Stepinside and you can be assured of having the best of both worlds.

See Pachna villa on http://www.fitzgeraldprestige.com/properties/11992/The organic growth pattern of the village is evident everywhere. Stone walls ofvaried heights line the narrow winding lanes which are interspaced with yet morenarrow lanes leading in all directions. Traditional domestic architecture presents aninconspicuous street presence with discreet gates opening to home courtyards. There

is a pronounced emphasis on the wealthof the house shown ‘within’, rather thatthe modern trend of prominent facadesand visibly imposing grandeur.Welcome to one of those traditionalstone houses in Pachna and enjoy anexperience, both inspirational andeducational. The owners inherited theone hundred and fifty years old propertyfrom their parents. The courtyard

features two imposing separate buildings sharing the generous courtyard, whichtraditionally, was regarded as the summer extension of the living and the kitchenareas. Wooden boxes filled with moist wood shavings is the village method ofpreserving lemons for the next six months or more. To the side, under arudimentary roof, is the remains of a home distillery.The ‘main’ house is a tall flat roofed structure with a towering 56m tall,exquisitelydetailed pointed archway, spanning the whole length of the room anddividing the room in half. The living areas are arranged functionally with the livingarea on one side (with front door) and the bedroom area on the other, with the‘marriage’ bed and the traditional canopy, in prominent position.To the side, the additional building proves to be even more fascinating andvaluable. Inconspicuous, the entry leads to a small scullery type room, then througha very low doorway we enter into a vast single room lined with giant pytharia onboth sides. These are giant earthenware jars used for storing a whole range ofhome made/home grown products (oil, wine, preserves, grain, etc). A variety ofbags hanging from the low ceilings signified even more consumable ‘treasures’ensuring a plentiful and flavoursome supply of food throughout the year.Village life has alwaysincluded a warm welcome toany stranger. Even in thepoorest households, a travelercan find food and hospitalityfor the night. The wordsKalosorisate (Welcome!) andKopiaste (Come join us!) arethe bywords of genuine andsincere Cypriot hospitality.Welcome to Pachna! You’llenjoy the experience.

Chiaki KamikawaThe Japanese artist Chiaki Kamikawa will presenther latest drawings and a new collection ofsculptures in the exhibition entitled Collector’sRoom at Chiaki Kamikawa Contemporary Art inPaphos. The exhibition will be open on 1stDecember and will run until 22 December.Chiaki Kamikawa investigates the realm of realityand fantasy. For the past few years she has beenworking on the theme of religious art withdrawings and sculpture. Kamikawa feels lessburdened by a certain religion as she was born andraised in Japan where the religion is merged intothe customs and is not predominantly

authoritative.Chiaki is from Japan and, as a talented artist, she brings a unique set of skills to thePaphos art scene. Chiaki’s fascinating drawings and sculptures are representativethe creative imagery inspired by everyday experiences and scenes. ‘My workexplores the realm of reality and fantasy’, she says.The existence of the large numbers of cult groups in Japan also influenced her toexplore possibilities of new religion as a theme. Her main interests are the roles ofreligious art and the religion in our life, and the relationship between religious ideasand imagery or objects. She does not follow a certain religion in her art works,instead she creates her own ideas, new symbols and meanings and ultimately, a newreligious art.

Chiaki Kamikawa

Chiaki lives in Cyprus with her Cypriot husband.She manages Kamikawa Studio/Gallery, a culturalspace in the centre of Paphos ‘old quarter’. Thisunique space functions as an art studio and gallery,and it hosts art classes and exhibitions of Cypriotand international artists.

Collector’s Room ExhibitionDrawing / Sculpture

1 – 22 December, 2012Opening: Saturday 1 December,

20:00

Solonos 10, Paphos 8010, Cyprus│T. +357 99311225│chiaki@ckamikawa.com│www.ckamikawa.com

BiographyChiaki Kamikawa was born inYokohama, Japan in 1976.She studied design and fineart in the U.K. and theNetherlands.In 2011 Kamikawa

established her gallery ChiakiKamikawa Contemporary Artin Paphos where sheregularly curates andorganizes exhibitions of bothCypriot and internationalartists.

Featured Property

Clever in design, this 3 bedroom home has a character of its own. All living areasare well spaced projecting an unhurried, comfortable and leisurely feel. Roomyinterior, wide patio doors and windows flood your home with glorious sunlight andlet you enjoy a brilliant outlook from every room.The villa is sited on a good sized plot surrounded by low maintenance gardenculminating in a delightful and well screened entertainment area. The swimmingpool is the focal point which boasts an interesting poolside setting as well as abrilliant roof garden with kitchen facilities, covered/uncovered terrace and thepanoramic 360 scenery.Your home is at the very end of a culdesac with the covered parking for two cars

to your left. From the parkingarea you enter an interestingalcove with expansive archeswhich show off your brightliving room, looking straightahead, and to the right, thebedrooms ‘wing’.You’ll love the meanderingfeel of the living area. Afeature wall in the lounge hasa gas fire, a welcome addition

Peyia Views Bungalow

for the cold winter evenings!Surrounded by patio doorsand windows you enjoycommanding views of thegarden, pool area and theoutdoor setting. The lounge‘room’ flows seamlessly to asizeable sun room which thenopens to the pool coveredterrace, whilst the dining‘room’ extendsthrough an archway to asmartwired office.On the other side of the livingroom you have a large andvery stylish contemporarykitchen with solid graniteworktops, granite inlaidsplashbacks and convenientbreakfast bar. All appliancesare insitu.The bedroom ‘wing’ featuresa master bedroom opens topool terrace and has anattractive shower ensuite.The family bathroom is roomyand attractively detailed.he red marble inlaid vanityis particularly striking. Allthree bedrooms featurecapacious builtin wardrobes.This is a fabulous characterhome that needs to be seeno be fully appreciated. Thelocation is first class andhe elevated southerly aspect simply idea. Only 2.5 km to the beach and just over1km to the dynamic Peyia village square.Reference 1396

Featured Property

http://www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1396

Kissonerga Hills project is situatedin a quiet corner of KissonergaVillage within a short walk toboutique restaurants, quality ‘localfare’ tavernas and the full range oflifestyle amenities.The village is 5km from Paphos itis a favourite destination for thosewho want close proximity to thesea yet largely unspoilt villagevery protective of its ancientheritage. Kissonerga claims the ‘longest sequence of prehistoric occupation inCyprus’, from 6000 to 2300BC and the reconstructed dwellings of the NeolithicPeriod just south of the village are particularly fascinating.Entry to your new home is from a wide openair second floor landing servicing twoapartments only. The large open plan lounge has a superbly comfortable ambiancewith an elegant feel. Spacious and wonderfully sunny, it opens to a lifestyle balconyand unforgettable panoramic scenery that will charm you on your first visit!At the back of the living room you have a bright, familysize, separate kitchen withdining area expanding to the cosy balcony. If you like the luxury of a large countrykitchen you’ll feel right at home here. Storage room galore, long worktops, allappliances insitu…You have two double bedrooms all with builtin wardrobes and A/C. The pentagonshaped bedroom is exceptionally roomy and projects an interesting and charmingsetting. The panoramic scenery to the sea is irresistible too!There are undercover parking and huge store room on the ground floor.

Kissonerga Hills 2 Bed ApartmentFeatured Property

www.fitzgeraldcyprus.com/properties/1397

Fitzgerald's Select PropertiesLimnaria 2 BedApartment€67,000Beds:2 Baths: 1Within minutes to thesea, archaeologicaltreasures, publictransport,shops andrestaurants. An ideal 1stfloor 2 bedroomapartment in LimnariaCentre. Title DeedsRef: 1393

Peyia Luxury 1 BedApart€73,000Beds: 1 Baths: 11 bedroom apartment isso comfortable you justmay decide to staythere…for good. Firstclass finishes throughout.Lift in building. Sea viewRef: 1363

Byzantium Gardens€62,000Beds 1 Baths 1An ideal 2nd floor 1bedroom apartment innewly refurbishedByzanthium Gardens.Communal pool. Close tothe sea. Title DeedsRef:1100

Koloni Garden Apt€110,000Beds 2 Baths 1Creatively designedproject focusing oncommunal space that’ssimply outstanding.Apartment on the groundfloor with generousprivate back garden. TitleDeedsRef: 1296

Peyia Valley Apt€99,000Beds 2 Baths 2Roomy top floor apt.spanning entire south endof the block. 1st classoutdoor entertainmentarea, 2 double bedroomsand 2 bathroomsRef: 1234

Sea Caves Apt€83,000Beds 1 Baths 1200m to the famous seacaves. Panoramic sceneryto the sea from balconywhich spans the livingroom and the bedroom.Title DeedsRef: 1335

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The Cancer PatientsSupport Group (CPSG) isa very active group inPaphos giving help andsupport to patients andtheir families.We caught up with themon one of their fundraising coffee mornings.

Out & AboutA Flavour of Paphos in

PicturesCPSG

Paphos Tigers arePaphos' very ownRugby Club.They have a reputationfor being one of thebest teams in Cypruswith several of theirplayers in the nationalteam.


PicturesPaphos Tigers

Here we saw them and someof their faithful band offollowers at a game againstan army team from Dhakelia.It was a close match butthe Tigers managed to comeout on top.

The Kamares Club isbecoming a popular venuefor a good night out.Recently they held a verysuccessful Sparkles andBling Night with Musicfrom Melanie and A.J.Vickers.


PicturesKamares

Photo's byEamon Brooks

Xmas Fair Out & AboutA Flavour of Paphos in

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The annual ChristmasFair at KamaresVillage always bringsout a host of craftstalls and a bunch oftalented people. Thisyear was no different.

What's On with JezabelA little bottomheavy this month, with reams ofevents taking place at Christmas and New Yearand somewhat thinner on the ground either side,but those bars remaining open on the quiet dayswill welcome you with open arms, and musiciansplaying there will be delighted to have anaudience!You know what they say support live music soget out there and enjoy supporting! Be sure tocatch Calendar Girls at Stage One Theatre too.Saturday 1st DecemberClassical concert in aid of a local orphaned girl 7pm Markedion Theatre 99719163Sunday 2ndYoung Stars Theatre & Performing Arts School perform at Elea Estate inGeroskipou www.youngstarstheatreschool.comMonday 3rdStage One Theatre in Emba present Calendar Girls [email protected] 99967737Tuesday 4thQuiz & Bingo with the Cliffettes at Cliff Bar, between Tala and Kamares 7.30pm99831136Wednesday 5thFolk and Country Club at the Phoenix Club Kato Pafos 7pm 96554525Thursday 6thCyprus Symphony Orchestra present Without A Conductor 8.30pm at MarkedionTheatre 26932571Friday 7thThe Michael Jackson Show: The Navi Experience 8pm & 1am Limassol BasementClub www.cyprustickets.comSaturday 8thChris King as Elvis at Blazing Saddles, Coral Bay Strip

Sunday 9thPaphos Zingers 4pm Old Kamaroudi Tavern, main road Konia €5 inc mince pie &wineMonday 10thOrphean Singers Christmas concert 7.30pm Markedion Theatre 99043558Tuesday 11thPaphos Zingers 4.30 8.30pm at EKP Garage, Peiga 97756013Wednesday 12thStammy's Christmas party 9pm at 357 Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos sea side 99115957Thursday 13thMarcos, Tina Chester & Samantha 7pm at Kamares Club near [email protected] 14thDarren Hayes & Stevie Dean 7pm at Farmyard tavern, Kathikas in aid of PaphiakosAnimal Welfare 70009696Saturday 15thKaren Kendall and Andrea Morrelli 7.30pm at Palio Monastiro Tavern, Peyia96818066Sunday 16thOrphean Singers Christmas concert 7.30pm Polis Municipal Theatre 99043558Monday 17thQuiz & Bingo 8pm with Jezebel & LisaMarie at JJ’s Bar, above Sophie’s ThemeRestaurant, Peiga village 99831136Tuesday 18thDavey Woodford 8.30pm at Krasares Tavern, TOK Road between Pafos and CoralBay 99457483Wednesday 19thCrisis pop band 8pm at Chances Bar, Sea Caves (was Goosefat & Garlic) 99831136Thursday 20thSteve Cox’s quiz at Ithaki, upstairs Coral Bay Strip 7pm 97678223

Friday 21stVariety show for charity at 357 Bar, TOK Rd Kato PafosSaturday 22ndChris King as Elvis at Blazing Saddles, Coral Bay StripSunday 23rdFrontline duo play lunchtime jazz at Elea Golf EstateMonday 24thChristmas Carols 10am to 1pm at Christos Café, Pafos market Place, for CancerPatients’ Support GroupTuesday 25thBlue Jar at lunchtime at Trattoria La Vigna, Coral Bay Strip €45 inc lunch26813755Wednesday 26thKyp plays sitar 7.30pm at Poppadoms Indian Restaurant TOK Rd KissonergaThursday 27thStammy Manolelis at Shamrocks Bar, Kato Pafos 99115957Friday 28thJezebel presents karaoke 8pm at JJ’s Bar, Peiga 99831136Saturday 29thSymbiosis rock band 9.30pm at Rose Pub, just off harbour, Kato Pafos 99013187Sunday 30thSunday lunch and karaoke at the UKCA Club 26952470Monday 31st DecemberGroovejet with their Nostalgia Screen bringing you the sights and sounds of thebest of partying from the past century at JJ’s Bar, Peiga. Advance reservationessential €30 inc a buffet and UNLIMITED local wine, beer, house spirits and softdrinks 26621100 or 96636646Paphos Has Talent Grand Final at Charlie’s Bar, TOK Rd Kato Pafos 96516050For the most comprehensive and uptodate live music listings in Pafos, check outwww.groovejetmedia.com LISTINGS

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