The restored quarter of Laiki Geitonia and the workshops of old Nicosia are home to artisans producing traditional Cypriot crafts, from ceramics and basketry to jewellery and leatherwork. Buying directly from these makers supports local livelihoods and the survival of heritage skills. Choosing authentic handmade Cypriot crafts over mass-produced souvenirs provides fair income to artisans and helps preserve the cultural traditions of the capital and the island in the historic setting of the walled city.