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Crowd in Troodos - 59 complaints from the Police (IMAGES)

With ally the weather, citizens from various cities took the opportunity and went on Saturday 23/1, to the snowy Troodos apparently, sending the number 6 (sports purposes) to 8998.

As you will see in the photos, which were posted on social media, there was an influx of people in Troodos Square, while a traffic jam was also observed.

We remind you that according to the Ministry of Health and the Police, citizens can go to Troodos only for sports purposes (eg walking, running, cycling), while snow war and other related matters are prohibited.

Police proceeded with the complaint of 21 citizens for a law on decontamination, 34 complaints for traffic offenses and 4 complaints for street vending.

Skiing is also allowed

In Troodos, however, there are many who went skiing. The ski slopes of the area, according to Decrees of the Ministry of Health, are closed, so they can not accommodate people.

However, can anyone ski in the area? The answer is "yes".

According to an update of our website by the Police, skiing is allowed in the area as it is considered a sports activity, however it must be done under the restriction of two people. Like any physical exercise, based on what the Decree provides.

Tags: Troodos

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