What to See in Cyprus
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Paphos Castle (Fort of Paphos)
Paphos Castle is located at the western end of the city port. It was originally a Byzantine fortress built to protect the port.
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Tomb 1
Rock-cut tomb within a Hellenistic necropolis featuring a stepped entrance and a burial chamber with specific niches for remains. This archaeological site illustrates ancient burial customs and decorative remnants from the 3rd century BC.
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Petra tou Romiou
Impressive sea stack and mythological birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite. The site is characterized by its natural coastal beauty and surrounding legends.
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Paphos Archaeological Park
Archaeological site and museum featuring extensive ruins of an ancient Greek and Roman city. The grounds contain prehistoric remains, medieval monuments, and a collection of well-preserved mosaic floors.
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Cape Greko
Cape Greco, also known as Capo Greco, is a headland in the southeastern part of the island of Cyprus.
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St Paul's Pillar
Said to be the pillar where St. Paul was tied and given 39 lashes before he coverted his tormentor to Christianity.
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Sea Caves
A viewpoint of the caves. More caves can be seen on the east coast of Cape Greco.
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Larnaca Castle
Historic waterfront fortress dating back to the Middle Ages that functions as a museum and open-air theatre. It has served various roles including a Byzantine fort, an Ottoman garrison, and a British prison.
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Larnaca Salt lake
Larnaca Salt Lake is a complex network of four salt lakes of different sizes to the west of the city of Larnaca.
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Kamares Aqueduct
Kamares Aqueduct, also known as the Bekir Pasha Aqueduct, is an aqueduct near Larnaca, Cyprus.
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Church of Saint Lazarus
The Church of Saint Lazarus is a late-9th century church in Larnaca, Cyprus.
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Avakas Gorge
If you are a nature-lover and fancy a picturesque hike, this is the place to go.
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Fig Tree Bay
Fig Tree Bay is a sandy beach in Protaras of Paralimni in Cyprus. In 2011, TripAdvisor declared it to be the third best beach in Europe,…
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Mosque of Umm Haram
Hala Sultan Tekke is a mosque and tekke complex on the west bank of Larnaca Salt Lake, in Larnaca, Cyprus.
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Ancient Kition
Kition was an Ancient Greek city-kingdom on the southern coast of Cyprus, one of the Ten city-kingdoms of Cyprus.
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Kykkos Monastery
Wealthy Greek Orthodox monastery founded in the late 11th century, featuring a renowned museum and a famous icon of the Virgin Mary. It is situated at an altitude of 1318 meters and houses a significant collection of religious artifacts.
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Olympus
Olympus, or Chionistra, at 1,952 metres, is the highest point in Cyprus. It is located in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus.
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Choirokoitia Neolithic Settlement
Exceptionally well-preserved Aceramic Neolithic settlement featuring unique circular stone dwellings and complex architectural systems. This UNESCO World Heritage site dates back to the 7th millennium B.C. and provides evidence of an organized prehistoric society.
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Troodos Mountains
Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in roughly the center of the island.
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Pafos Bird Park
Apart from birds and a parrot show, there are many other exotic animals here. Makes for a good day out with kids.
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