Dighenis street Tel:(06)240215 Attractive collection of Cypriot
antiquities
from the
Papho area, dating from the Neolithic Age to 1700 AD.
In the premises of the Bichopric
An interesting collection
of
objects from the Byzantine period, including Byzantine icons from the 12th to 18th
century.
1 Exo Vrisy Tel:(06)232010
Interesting
private collection of objects
from the Neolithic Age to the present day.
Wide
area containing underground tombs carved out
of solid rock dating to 4th century BC, many decorated with Doric
pillars.
Whether Kings were buried here or
not, the magnificence of the tombs gave the locality its name.
Kato Paphos, St. Paul street. Originally a Christian catacomb. A
sacred tree
stands at the top, which, according to tradition, cures the disease of those who hang a personal offering on
its
branches.
House of Dionysos,
House of
Theseus and the
recently excavated House of Aion. Kato Paphos near the harbour Tel:(06)240217
The amazing mosaic
floors, of these 3rd century
AD noblemen's villas, are considered among the finest in
the Eastern Mediterranean. They mostly
depict scenes from Greek mythology
and are beautifully
executed.
A small 2nd century Odeon entirely
built of well-hewn limestone blocks. It was uncovered by the Cyprus Department of
Antiqulties in 1973-4 and
is now regularly
used for musical and theatrical performances.
Kato Paphos, near the harbour. This castle was built in the first
years of the rule of
the
Lusignans (beginning of 12th century) maybe on the site of a previous Byzantine
Castle. It was destroyed in the
earthquake of
1222.
Kato Paphos Originally built as a Byzantine fort to protect the
harbour, it
was
rebuilt by the Lusignans in the 13th century, then dismantled by the Venetians in 1570, who
found themselves unable to
defend it
against the Ottomans, who in their turn restored and strengthened it
after they captured the
island.
Kato Paphos Dating from the Early
Christian period, probably early
5th century and
dedicated to 'Our Lady of the Harbour'. Almost completely destroyed during
the 7th century Arab
raids.
Kato Paphos Built in the 1 3th century, over the ruins of
the largest early Byzantine
basilica
on the island. Within the compound, one can see the so called St.
Paul's Pillar, where according to tradition Saint
Paul was flogged
at some time before the Roman Governor
Sergius Paulus was converted to Christianity. Excavations are still
going on.
Kato
Paphos, facing the
harbour. Theoskepasti means 'Veiled by God' and according to tradition, God
sent
down a fog to protect the original church
during the Arab raids. The modern church was built in
1923.
Yeroskipou village, 3 km east of Paphos.
Tel:(06)-240216
The name of the village comes from the Greek word "Hieroskepos", the sacred Garden of
Aphrodite.
Fascinating collection
of Cyprus folk arts and crafts gathered together in the house known as
Hadjismith.
Yeroskipou village, 3 km east of
Paphos. One of the most interesting and
attractive Byzantine
Churches on the island, dating to the 10th
century, with a vaulted basilica, a nave and two aisles surmounted by
five domes,
with later frescoes dating
to the 15th century.
Kouklia village, 14 km east of Paphos. This is Palaepaphos, Old
Paphos, one of the
most
celebrated places of pilgrimage of the ancient Greek world, and once an ancient city
kingdom of Cyprus. Here are the
ruins of the
famous Temple of Aphrodite, the most ancient remains, go back to
the 12th century B.C. The temple was one of the
most important
places of cult and pilgrimage of the ancient
world, till the 3rd-4th century A.D. The Museum, housed in the
Lusignan Manor, is small
but impressive with
many finds from the area.
25 km east of Paphos. According to legend, Aphrodite, goddess of
love and beauty, rose
from
the waves in this strikingly beautiful spot. The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou (The
Rock of the Greek), is associated
with the
legendary frontier-guard of Byzantine times, Dighenis Akritas, who
kept the marauding Saracens at bay with amazing
strength. It is
said in one such fight he heaved a large rock
(Petra), at his enemy.
3 km north of
Paphos, Emba village. A 12th century church standing
in the centre of the village. A series
of icons and
two panels with the 12 Apostles date to the middle of the 16th
century.
Ayios Georghios Basilica and the picturesque fountains. Peyia
village, 19
km
north-west of Paphos. In Peyia, do not forget to quench your thirst at the picturesque
fountains which can be found in the
beautiful
stone-paved village square. 41/2 km from the village, near the
fishing refuge, are the ruins of two early Christian
basilicas with
some very interesting mosaic floors
depicting animals. This site must have been an important establishment in
Early Christian times.
There are
also rock-hewn tombs of the Roman period above the sea.
9 km north of Paphos. Founded around 1200 by the
Cypriot hermit and writer
Neophytos.
The Encleistra or Enclosure carved out of the mountain by the hermit
contains some of the finest Byzantine
frescoes dating from the
12th to 15th century. In the Monastery's
church there is an interesting collection of icons and
remains of 16th century
frescoes.
40 km north-east of Paphos, turn right before
Stroumbi village. The monastery is
also
reached from Kykko (forest road). Set in beautiful surroundings,
this monastery, dedicated to Our Lady of the Golden
Pomegranate,
was originally founded in the 12th century
but the present building dates to 1770. The monastery has a
collection of important icons
and treasures. An
impressive religious ceremony and celebrations are held on 15th August.
Recently the old winery of the
monastery was reopened and produces some of the best vintage wine available in
Cyprus.
On the west of Troodos 1 1/2 km from Chrysoroyiatissa
Monastery.
The
birthplace of President Makarios. The house, where he was born, has been turned in a
museum.
37 km north of Paphos One of the ancient city kingdoms of Cyprus, it
became an
important commercial centre in Classical and Hellenistic times, with close relations with Athens.
Some beautiful houses,
dating to
the beginning of this century, can still be seen here. Polis, with its
excellent climate and beautiful beaches and
scenery, is now
developing into a popular resort.
48 km north of Paphos An area of breath taking beauty
associated with Aphrodite.
According to legend, the goddess Aphrodite used to bathe in the pool of the nearby
natural grotto, which is shaded by a fig
tree. A
trail from the Baths takes you to Fontana Amorosa (8 km from
the Baths, at the end of the Akamas Peninsula). Walking
along this
trail, one can enjoy an incomparable view
and unspoilt nature (especially in Sing).
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