Paphos

If you are looking for a holiday destination that offers you a perfect blend of history & leisure pleasure then Paphos is your destination! While its summer heat can be a bit inhospitable, the off seasons (so to speak) of spring, winter & autumn are the perfect times of the year to bask in Paphos sunshine.

The TOP 5 Places to visit while staying in Paphos, Cyprus are:

I. Tomb of the Kings- built between 3rd Century BC and 3rd Century AD, these imposing subterranean burial chambers are spread over a vast area. Carved out of solid rocks some of them are decked with Doric pillars. Get in your walking shoes & climbing pants and don’t fret if you get a bit dusty, for this a place worth exploring!

II. Paphos Mosaics- Aion has been proclaimed as the Greek God of Eternity in Cyprus History. The House of Aion has an astounding 5-paneled mosaic showing the Greek God in the uninviting position of having to judge a beauty contest, where He has to choose between the ‘ordinary & smug looking’ Queen Cassiopeia and numerous ‘prettier, but unhappy looking’ Nereides, water nymphs.

III. Aphrodite’s Rock- when the sun is shining bright the most awesome piece of coastline to be seen on the Cyprian Coastline is this Rock. Few have been able to resist its bewitching spell. A popular legend lives surrounding this rock formation. According to the ancient Greek Myths, Gaia begged her son Cronos to get her released from the embraces of her husband, Uranus. Cronos obeying his mother’s plea castrated Uranus & threw his genitals into the sea. Foam gathered around them and the Goddess rose from them as full-bodied woman.

IV. St. George Fishing Harbor- it is suggested to visit this place with someone special and don’t forget to carry your camera along! A late, balmy afternoon where you sit by this harbor & watch the approaching fish-laden boats, with a glass of ale can be quite an experience! It has been tagged as the most romantic sunset spot’ of Cyprus.

V. Sterna Winery- about 15 minutes drive from Paphos, it is located on the fringes of the village Kathiskas. You may come across enigmatic Cypriot owners who would treat you to free wine tasting & a tour of this winery. Try out their own peach schnapps-which can be quite an experience! You may find a ‘complimentary bottle’ of schnapps in your goody bags if you purchase their fine wines!!

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