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Built in 890 by Byzantine Emperor Leo VI, the Wise, on the resting place of St. Lazarus (Agios Lazaros) the resurrected friend of Christ. St. Lazarus arrived in ancient Kition on 33 AD becoming its first Bishop and Patron Saint. His tomb lies under…

Cyprus is renowned as the island of Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. The “Petra tou Romiou” area is one of the most beautiful coastlines in Cyprus, where, according to mythology, Aphrodite rose from the waves. The Greek name, “Petra…

Within the walled city of Lefkosia many houses that are typical examples of traditional Cypriot urban architecture have been restored. Some of them are used today as shops , restaurants and craft centers.

Asphodelous aestivus family liliaceae.Wide spread, pefennial plant that blooms from January until July on follow land and sandy places.

Arminou dam in Paphos.

Arisarum Vulgare.Perennial plant with short cylindrical tubes and horizontal rhizome.Flowers from December until May in sandy places throughout the island.

The church of the Archangelos Michael, or Panagia Theotokos, is a timber-roofed chapel, just below the village, painted in the post Byzantine style of the early 16th century.

This 11th century Byzantine church was erected over the ruins of an Early Christian basilica. The original apse of the basilica has survived together with one of the finest pieces of Byzantine art, a rare 6th century mosaic of Virgin and Child…

Most diving sites in the area around Ayia Napa and Protaras are easy to reach, largely sheltered from wind and weather and also suitable for beginners .

Ammos tou Kambouri beach in Ayia Napa.