Host Your Bride and Groom Dressing
Celebrate the beautiful Cypriot tradition of Allamata at Ambelli Villa – a joyful and emotional start to your wedding day.
“Allamata” (αλλάματα) is the ceremonial dressing of the bride or groom before the wedding, surrounded by family, friends, live music, and singing. It’s a heartfelt moment filled with laughter, blessings, and tradition – where loved ones help the bride or groom prepare for married life with symbolic gestures, song, and dance. The ceremony is led by music (typically violin and lute), while the best man, maid of honour, or close relatives assist in the dressing.
Ambelli Villa offers two private and atmospheric spaces for the ceremony:
Each space is available separately for either the bride or groom, offering the flexibility for both to enjoy their own Alamata in beautiful surroundings.
With its peaceful setting, luxurious design, and authentic charm, Ambelli Villa in Skarinou is the perfect place to honour this cherished pre-wedding tradition.
Make your Alamata truly unforgettable – book your ceremony at Ambelli Villa.