A rare 1969 glimpse into the ancient landscapes and traditions of Cyprus
In short: This archival footage captures a 1969 expedition across Cyprus, documenting everything from traditional irrigation technology to the intricate details of monastic life and archaeological excavations near the ancient city of Salamis.
The film provides a visual record of historical sites and customs, including the Apostolos Andreas Monastery and the Barnabas Monastery. It highlights specific architectural and religious details, such as the three-domed structure of St. Barnabas, ornate altars, and a christening ceremony where a baby is dipped in wine. The footage also captures traditional agricultural tools, specifically an iron water wheel with buckets and cogs used for irrigation.
Beyond the religious sites, the reel documents archaeological findings from the 7th and 8th centuries B.C. near Salamis. These include rock-cut royal tombs, such as Tomb 47, which contains the bones of two horses, and Tomb 2, featuring a stone plaza. The footage also showcases the gymnasium and bath complex at Salamis and a 5th-century A.D. stone carving of St. David and the Dragon, which was largely obscured during an 18th-century restoration.
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