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Stavrovouni Monastery is perched on a rocky peak 750 m above sea level. Legend has it that it was founded in the 4th century by Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, who left a relic of the Holy Cross at the monastery. The monks have…

One of the most interesting and beautiful Byzantine churches in Cyprus. It dates to the 9th century and is a three-aisles five-domed basilica. Its frescoes date from the 9th to the 15th centuries.

It is believed that a temple dedicated to Aphrodite
once existed in the Cape Gkreko area. Cape Gkreko National Park is an area of unique natural beauty, where one can admire magnificent cliff formations. Many of the 36 different orchid species…

Situated south-west of the village, the church has 15th century murals of Palaeologue technique. The church is built in the north-east corner of an early Christian basilica that was divided into rooms known as monastery.

Cyprus Mufflon - (Ovis gmelini ophion). The Mufflon is a kind of wild sheep and is found only in Cyprus.

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…

The Cyprus Museum in Lefkosia is the main and largest archaeological museum in Cyprus.Finds from extensive excavations all over the island enrich the museum’s collections and contribute to the development of Cyprus’ archaeology and research into…

Kolossi castle is a medieval castle built in the 15th century A.D. It is also known as Koulas. The donjon lies in the vicinity of the village of the same name in the south-western outskirts of Limassol. The plain on which the castle is located is one…

Glyka tou koutaliou are sweets served in a tiny spoon as a gesture of hospitality. These spoon sweets are made from unusual fruits and vegetables, like figs, cherries, watermelon peel, walnuts or almond stuffed baby aubergines. They are often…

Wine is not a new story for Cyprus. Recent archaeological Excavations which have been undertaken on the island have confirmed the thinking that this small tranche of earth has been producing wine for almost 5000 years. The discoveries testify that…