in-cyprus11 Aug 2026

Troodos Observatory opens free Perseid meteor shower nights this week

The Troodos Observatory in Agridia is opening its doors for free public viewings of the Perseid meteor shower, which peaks in the early hours of Thursday.

Perseid events are being held at two locations in Troodos. The first took place today, Tuesday 11 August, at the Geopark Visitor Centre in Amiantos, while the action moves to the Troodos Observatory in Agridia on Wednesday 12 August. Entry is free at both events....

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