Amusing Music and Dance of Cyprus

The music and dance of Cyprus are known all across the globe for their uniqueness and exclusive style. Lovely rhythm and beats attract a lot of people from their popular folk and classical genres. Nobody can stop their feet to move while listening to the songs of Cyprus. It’s a great fun to spend some time in the beautiful country of Europe and come to know its culture and inhabitants. The locals love music, dance and fun. During weekends, they get together to sing and dance the whole night.

Cypriot folk music is like Greece folk with a lot of similarities and also includes some of the dances like zeimbekiko, sousta, antikristos, tatsia and syrtos. Travellers also have various options to choose from and enjoy the music and dance and add fun to their trip. To make your tour comfortable, you can check out some of the reasonably priced and luxurious accommodations like holiday rentals. They are available throughout the country to hire on rent. Cyprus holiday rentals can be booked online as well to make your trip comfy and enjoyable.

Byzantine Music:

This music is inspired by the Byzantine music. For those who are feeling bored can go for this music. After listening to it for some time, you’ll surely get a feel of dancing. With the help of the entertaining Byzantine Music, you can have fun with your loved ones.

Traditional Music:

The tradition of Cyprus is famous around the world. Its folk music is like Greece’s folk music and includes some of the dances such as karsilama, thetatsia, syrtos, zeibekiko and sousta suites. Unlike Turkey and Greece, there are some suites of 4 karsilama dances, vary for male and female. Popular performances of the Greek Cypriot folk music comprise Michalis Hatzimichail, Christo Sikkis and singers Michael Tterlikkas. When it comes to the traditional music of Cyprus, there are a lot of things that you can admire.

Turkish Belly Dance:

Belly dance in a Cypriot style is one of the big passions in the country. In Cyprus, the belly dance is more influenced by the beats, moves and rhythms from Turkey instead of Egypt. It is famous and mostly performed in the North Cyprus. Turkish belly dance outfits are more enlightening than Egyptian. It’s also a good fun to watch the beautiful girls dancing and moving around on the floor. Belly dance is performed in several places in Cyprus where tourists can visit and get some great experiences.

Zeimpekiko Dance:

Zeimpekiko is a famous folk dance with wide variations. Though the dance is started in Greece, it has several types of styles in Cyprus. Such dance steps are impulsive and follow the music that is usually slow that ensures that dancers can easily move their feet.

Cyprus music and dance is great entertainment for travellers who are planning to visit this wonderful country of Europe.

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