The church is dedicated to Saints Barnabas and
Hilarion. It was probably built in the 9th or 10th
century and is an outstanding example of Cypriot
Byzantine architecture.
About 3 km outside the village of Platanistasa there is the renowned church of Stavros tou Agiasmati, a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site. It retains the most complete cycles of mural paintings of the second half of the 15th century.
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.
The monastery of the Holy Cross in Omodos village, according to tradition was founded by St. Helen (337 A.D.) where she left also a piece of the Holy Rope.
The rich wine tradition of Cyprus is kept alive for 6000 years . Through 7 exciting wine routes you can experience the traditional hospitality and get to know the wine world of Cyprus.
Pafos combines beautiful countryside with a cosmopolitan resort, historic sights and sporting activities. With its mild climate, modern telecommunications and tourist infrastructure, Pafos is the perfect choice for meetings.
The best-known and richest monastery of Cyprus, Kykkos Monastery was founded in 1100 and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It possesses one of three surviving icons ascribed to Saint Luke. It is covered in silver gilt, enclosed in a shrine of tortoise…
The best-known and richest monastery of Cyprus, Kykkos Monastery was founded in 1100 and dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It possesses one of three surviving icons ascribed to Saint Luke. It is covered in silver gilt, enclosed in a shrine of tortoise…