FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Tomorrow, March 25, Cyprus will observe a public holiday in honor of Greek Independence Day, a significant occasion with both national and religious importance.
The day commemorates the start of the Greek War of Independence in 1821, which marked the struggle to free Greece from Ottoman rule after nearly 400 years.
The date also holds religious significance for the Greek Orthodox Church, as it coincides with the Feast of the Annunciation, celebrating the moment the Virgin Mary learned she would give birth to Jesus Christ.
Across Cyprus, schools, businesses, and government offices will close for the day. Celebrations typically include parades, church services, and cultural events, reflecting the island’s deep historical and cultural ties to Greece.