CYPRUS

NICOSIA (Capital)

Nicosia, Greek Lefkosía, Turkish Lefkoşa, city and capital of the Republic of Cyprus. It lies along the Pedieos River, in the centre of the Mesaoria Plain between the Kyrenia Mountains (north) and the Troodos range (south). The city is also the archiepiscopal seat of the autocephalous (having the right to elect its own archbishop and bishops) Church of Cyprus.

Paphos (UNESCO 2017)

This seaside town in southwestern Cyprus is well-known as a mythical birthplace of goddess Afrodite , but actually the mythical birthplace is located in antique site of a town, in village of Kouklia, 16 kilometres from modern Paphos – the Petra tou Romiou stack is an exact place of that legendary miracle. It is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and selected as European Capital of Culture for 2017. Notable sites of New Paphos are e.g. Byzantine 13th-century Paphos Castle, House of Dionysos dating back to the 2nd century AC and the lighthouse.

Kourium (Curium)

This archeological area is part of the most idyllic historical sights of Cyprus. It contains mostly Ancient Roman and Byzantine ruins. Its famous amphitheater is fully restored and it is used for concerts and theater spectacles. Several ancient buildings remain in good shape, including part of the 4th century AD House of Achilles,  which is famous for its gorgeous mosaic floors.

Agios Lazaros Church

Address: Πλατεία, Ayiou Lazarou, Larnaca, Cyprus

Situated in the centre of Larnaca, this brilliant 10th century stone church is one of the most famous Byzantine remains of Cyprus. The church lies over the tomb of Agios Lazaros, the resurrected friend of Jesus Christ who allegedly came to ancient Kition in 33 AD and became its first Bishop and Patron Saint. The brilliant Byzantine artwork of the icons and the nice Baroque wood carving of the gold covered iconostasis were completed in 1782 and have survived until today.

Fikardou (UNESCO 1978)

This charming medieval village has retained its ancient characteristics in a very unique way and it is one of the picturized hamlets of Cyprus. It is almost deserted with appr. 3 permanent residents and it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1978.

Venetian Walls of Nicosia

The beautiful capital city of Cyprus is surrounded by about 5 kilometres long 16th-century stone walls built by the Venetians to replace the useless and narrow fortification system, which they inherited from the Franks. These walls are worth exploring as a remnant of military history and conquests of Mediterranean area.

Tilari Forest

The wilderness area of Tilliria lies south of the coast between Polis and Kato Pyrgos and northwest of the Troodos Massif. Area is possible for traveling by car via road F740, which cuts through the forest. Suitable and calm place for an outdoorsy person.