A 12-metre Christmas tree in the Paphos city centre, adorned with 17,000 twinkling lights and countless crimson baubles, has been burned.
According to authorities, the fire erupted at 03:15 a.m. today, engulfing the Christmas tree situated in Kennedy Square.
Swift action by Paphos Fire Service members prevented the flames from spreading to nearby areas.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.
