The Municipality of Paralimni - Deryneia, in collaboration with the "Nikos Kapetanidis" Action Association and the Pontian Cultural Association of Famagusta "Temeteron", invite you to the commemorative events dedicated to the dark days of the Genocide of Pontian Hellenism.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:00
Arrival of the Holy Icon of Saint George of Peristereota and the Holy Relics of Saint Kallinikos of Edessa at the Holy Church of Saint Barbara of Paralimni. They will remain until May 20, 2026.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 19:30 PM
Screening of the historical documentary “The Band” by Nikos Aslanidis in the Multi-Purpose Hall of the “Nikos Kapetanidis” Paralimnio High School
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 19:00 PM
Unveiling of the National Monument to the Genocide of the Greeks of Pontus. (opposite the Church of Agia Barbara, Paralimni). The unveiling will be held by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulides.
The events are held under the auspices of the President of the Republic of Cyprus.
Support:
– Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works
– Deputy Ministry of Culture
– Holy Metropolis of Constantia and Famagusta
– School Ephorate of Paralimni – Deryneia
