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Paphos,
a small charming harbour town, on the west of the island,
which has been, during certain times in antiquity, the capital
of Cyprus, has a history which goes back literally thousands
of years, and has always attracted visitors from the rest of
the island and abroad.
Bordered by
a lovely coastline, the Paphos area has charming villages in
its mountains, here life has gone unchanged over the years,
where the customs and traditions of the country have been kept
alivc because that is ow it has always been. And in the
heartland, are famous monasteries such as Ayios Neophytos and
Chrysoroyiatissa with modern day pilgrims.
Kato Paphos, St. Paul street. Originally a Christian catacomb.
A sacred tree stands at the top, which, according to
tradition, cures the diseases of those who hang a personal
offering on its branches
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.
House of
Dionysos, House of Theseus and the recently excavated House of
Aion. Kato Paphos, near the harbour.
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.
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