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Trimiklini

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VILLAGE HISTORY

TRIMIKLINI

The village of Trimiklini is built in the largest valley in Cyprus, 27 Kms from Limassol between Limassol and the Troodos Mountain. It has for many years been a place to stop and rest. High mountains surround the village with the highest being mount Zalaka and a large ravine on the south of the village through which flows the crystal clear waters of the Kouris River. The villagers are occupied by tree and vine production. They produce peaches, nectarines, pears and plums. Wine and Zivania are also produced in the village.

There are two explanations as to the origin of the name Trimiklini, according to tradition. The first explanation is that the name comes from the Greek words ‘thermo klini’, which in ancient times was supposed to be a very stable climate both in summer and winter making it a suitable place for invalids to recuperate. The second explanation claims that the name comes from the words ‘therm krini’ and was connected to a fountain, which had water running warm in the winter and cold in the summer.

An ancient three arched bridge on the shores of the Kouris River was built in Venetian times with stones from the river. Another bridge is the only double bridge in Cyprus which was partly built in 1901, for carriages and completed in 1917 with the arrival of the first motor vehicles. During 1955 to 1960 a dam was built on the Kouris River, which is the largest river in Cyprus. It is the only dam in Cyprus that is always full, forming a huge lake of exceptional natural beauty where birds nest during summer.

An ancient church, dedicated to the miraculous icon of Panayia Eleousa (His Holy Mother) was reconstructed in 1744. Remarkable decorative work can be seen inside the church, particularly on the timber roof. The beams are carved with coloured decorations of geometric shapes and plants. The old and rare locking device on the west door is still preserved. What really attracts the eye though, are the beautiful icons standing on a wooden base. During the 1920s, a large new church was built beside the old chapel, which was completed by the 1950s.

By the contribution of the people of the community, the first elementary school was built of local stone and opened with 49 students in 1926. It now comprises part of the cultural heritage of the village and is still owned by the community. The school was renovated by the Community Council and faces the Community Park and amphitheatre. Today, a new regional elementary school operates with students from eleven communities. Across the Community Park stands the statue of the hero Demetris Arminiotis who was killed on 7August 1974 fighting the Turkish invaders and his grave is in the Trimiklini cemetery.

On the main Limassol to Platres road which runs through then village, outside the coffee shops there is a market offering traditional products such as Zivania, wine, Sousouko, all kinds of sweets and fruit produced locally. It is a bazaar that is unique to Cyprus. On September 9th 1994 the Community Centre of Trimiklini was opened, housing the Community Council Offices and the Community doctors as well as various cultural activities and events.

In Trimiklini there are restaurants, coffee shops , sweet shop, petrol station, supermarkets, butchers, flower shop and a builders merchants where locals and visitors can be served and spend some restful time in the unique, green environment of the village.

SERVICES

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COMPUTER SHOP: Computer Assistance is open Mon, Tues, Thur & Fri 10.00-17.00, and Saturday 10.00-15.00 and does not close for lunch. Computers, laptops, hardware, consumables, computer health check, repairs and also a call out service are all available. The engineer has over 30 years experience and has experience in every type of computer imaginable. The contact number is 97672341. The shop is on the Limassol-Troodos road just past JR's restaurant approx. 200 metres on the left, just before you reach the village of Trimiklini. There is plenty of parking.

COMMUNITY BOARD

METAL DETECTING MUSEUM NOW OPEN IN TRIMIKLINI
A small museum of metal detecting finds has opened in Trimiklini. Entrance is free. Open all day Saturdays. Other days by appointment only.
Please park in the Church carpark, cross the road and take the small road between the village green and the house on left. Walk up this road until you reach the 1st road on the left, take this road and you will find the museum a little further down on the left.
Call "H" on 99964464

NEW COMPUTER SHOP IN TRIMIKLINI
Computer Assistance opens in Trimiklini – Wednesday 19 March 2008. Lots of locals gathered excitedly at the new computer shop in Trimiklini for plenty of food, wine, rams and roms and unlimited megbytes! Ang and Bill, the proprietors, really know their stuff and they advised all and sundry on all things online, offline and on hard disc. To talk digital call them on 97672341. The shop is large and spacious and stocks paper, ink etc etc and offers computer sales and repairs, printing and even internet access with Broadband speeds!

TRIMIKLINI - New shops and walls.

There are 2 new and exciting shops in Trimiklini. Both shops are on the main road, between the church and the Water Falls Café, on the right coming down the Mountain. A FISH SHOP (Psaragora) and a BAKERY (Fourno).

It has been reported by several delighted shoppers that the owner of the FISH SHOP has a big fish store in Limassol as well and he brings fresh fish every day to Trimiklini. The BAKERY is beside the Water Falls Café. They bake great cakes as well. Anyone passing through the village will see workmen crafting many beautiful stone walls all along the main road. Will the pavements be paved next?

Craft Lessons: Tuesdays at 11am in the Youth Centre behind Lania football field and Tuesdays at Trimiklini School at 5pm

Greek Lessons: Mondays at 5pm in Trimilklini School and Wednesdays at 4.30pm in the Youth Centre behind Lania football field. Contact Michela on 25552334.

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