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- Collection: Δήμος Παραλιμνίου, Σύγχρονες Φωτογραφίες
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The chapel of Prophet Elias
The hill of Prophet Elias is a very well-known point of interest in the area of Paralimni for it offers panoramic views. Ancient findings indicate the existence of a Neolithic settlement in the area (7000 years old) .
The ancient settlement of “Nissia”
Quarry findings at the ancient settlement of Nissia in Paralimni, that was used to mine natural stones.
The ancient settlement of “Nissia”
Part of an ancient graveyard at the ancient settlement of Nissia in Paralimni (10000 B.C. – 100 B.C).
Vyzakia Columns
Marbled columns of an old temple in Vyzakia in Paralimni (300-1200 A.D).
Mantali
Ancient findings at Mantali in Paralimni are a clear evidence of the existence of a prehistoric plantation in the area. The photo portrays the remaining’s of a road path as well as those of the outer boundary of a house (1000 B.C. – 300 B.C).
The cave of “Poxama”
A stunning sculpted cave in the area of Poxamas in Paralimni, with a cross engraved on top (300-1200 A.D) .
Chapel of Archangel Gabriel
This small chapel lies at the base of Fanos, the highest hill in the area of Paralimni municipality. It was built in 1965 and it was fully renovated in 1998. Inside walls illustrate unique religious art pieces that were painted by hand from Vladimir…
Athlete Eleni Artymata
A world – class athlete known for her achievements in track and field. She is often described as the “Golden Girl” of Cyprus as she competes internationally for the country and already won numerous metals. She maintains the Cypriot records in…
Athlete Lampros Kefalas
A world – class athlete known for his achievements in track and field. He was a 100m champion in both Greece and Cyprus for the period of 1969-1982 and he also held the 100m and 200m Cypriot records in 1978. He possessed his 100m record from 1978…