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Agia Moni Monastery is linked to the very origins of monasticism in Cyprus. According to tradition, the monastery was founded around 300 AD by Agios Nicolas and Agios Eutychios, as a place of prayer and contemplation. A sacred relic which had been…

St. Pauls Pillar is situated in the courtyard of Chrysopolitissa early christian basilica. According to legend the Apostle was flagged here before converting the Roman governor to Christianity.

The impressive rock formation in Episkopi village, in Pafos with the small chapel of Saint Hilarion.

Tamasos, rich in copper ore, was an important city -kingdom in ancient times . Excavations have brought to light the Royal Tombs , copper workshops, and the Temple of Aphrodite- Astarte.

Crocus cyprius , endemic.

Cyprus is an excellent destination for birdwatching . Almost 400 bird species have been recorded on the island.

The imposing medieval monastery , dedicated to "Our Lady of the Forests" , stands in the middle of Agia Napa surrounded by a high wall enclosure. Its 16th century church is partially underground, carved into the rock.

A listed UNESCO World Heritage Site, the church is an early 16th century chapel on the hill overlooking the village. Its interior is completely painted with one of the most accomplished series of murals of the post -Byzantine period.

The tiny 13th century chapel of Panayia tou Moytoulla has a steep-pitched wooden roof and frescoes dating to 1280. It is a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The architecture of of Saint Aikaterini chapel near Kritou Tera village is especially interesting. It was build in the 15th century by the monks of Mount Sina .