The
principal town near the villa is Paphos.
For more
details visit the Official
Website of the Cyprus Tourism Organisation
This
popular seaside resort is situated on the western coast of Cyprus.
Paphos is not only the home to many ancient sites that will fascinate
any world traveler but also a tourist paradise with dozens of
restuarants of all qualities and cultures, nightclubs bars and
cafés.
Places
to visit in Pahos
The House of Dionysos was originally
a Roman villa constructed in the 3rd century. After it was excavated
between 1962 and 1974, the House of Dionysos became infamous for
having some of the finest mosaics in the world. Each mosaic depicts
a portion of Greek mythology.
No trip to Paphos would be complete without a visit to the Tombs
of the Kings. Constructed in the 4th century B.C., the
chambers are carved into the rocks of the cliffs overlooking the
sea. The tombs are known for their beauty and magnificent pillars.
The Paphos Medieval Fort and Castle
are located near the city’s harbour. Both were constructed
in the 13th century by the Lusignans as Byzantine forts to help
defend the harbor against the threat of invasion. Paphos Castle
was destroyed in the 16th century during an attack by the Venetians.
The destruction of the fort soon followed. The Ottomans later
restored the castle to its present day design.
Troodos Mountains:
A person
looking to travel away from the popular tourist resorts should
look no further than the Troodos Mountains. This region of Cyprus
gives a visitor a reprieve from the crowded and exceptionally
hot beach areas and offers a chance to tour historical villages
and monasteries.
Kykkos Monastery can be found in
the north western Troodos. The monastery was built in the 12th
century and is known for its religious artifacts. Its most popular
display is a painting by St. Luke of the Virgin Mary. The
tomb of Makarios III, the first president of Cyprus, is
also located in the vicinity.
A number of villages can be found throughout the Troodos. Offering
native cuisine and breath taking views, a person will be able
to experience the culture of Cyprus firsthand. One of the favorite
stops is Troodos Square. Sporting a number of cafes and hotels,
it is also near the highest point in Cyprus; the 6,400 peak of
Mount Olympus.
Limassol
The southern
city of Limassol is the largest port and seaside resort in Cyprus.
This region of the country is famous for its wines, sugar cane
and beaches. Each year, Limassol hosts some of the largest festivals
in Cyprus. The most popular, the ten-day Wine Festival is held
in September and allows a variety of vineyards to showcase their
wines.
Limassol is also a city enriched in history. Apart from the luxury
hotels and villas stands Limassol Castle.
Located on the site of an earlier Byzantine structure, the current
castle was constructed in the 14th century. The Medieval Museum
can be found here. A visitor can view many exhibits, artifacts
and tombstones from the era.
A traveler can visit the nearby Kilossie
Castle. Built in the 13th century with wall three meters
thick, the castle was used by the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem.
Kilossie was rebuilt in the 15th century and visitors are able
to view the castle’s military architecture.
Kourioun is located just a short
distance from Limassol. This is the major archaeological site
in Cyprus. A person visiting Kourioun will be in awe of the ruins
of the ancient Greek temples and the House
of Achilles with its mosaics. However, one of the most
popular destinations is the Roman Era Theatre. The theater was
built in the 2nd century B.C. and overlooks the Mediterranean
Sea. Now restored, the theatre is used for musical and theatrical
performances.
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