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Short distance excursions in Paphos Area
The area where the sea caves are located can be described as a unique place of excellent beauty, geological and biological interest. One of best sunsets in Europe. Edro III shipwreck can't be missed when you be in the area of sea caves.
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Sea Caves
The area where the sea caves are located can be described as a unique place of excellent beauty, geological and biological interest. One of best sunsets in Europe. Edro III shipwreck can't be missed when you be in the area of sea caves.
Akamas is located on the western tip of Cyprus and covers 230 km². It is an area of amazing natural beauty, completely unspoilt by development. A safari at Akamas Peninsula is a must when visiting Cyprus. Places of interest in Akamas (Lara Turtle Beach, Blue Lagoon, Baths of Aphrodite, Latch fishing village)
Akamas Forest
Akamas is located on the western tip of Cyprus and covers 230 km². It is an area of amazing natural beauty, completely unspoilt by development. A safari at Akamas Peninsula is a must when visiting Cyprus. Places of interest in Akamas (Lara Turtle Beach, Blue Lagoon, Baths of Aphrodite, Latch fishing village)
Birthplace of Aphrodite - Aphrodite’s mythical birthplace ‘Petra tou Romiou’ is an interesting geological formation of huge rocks along one of the most beautiful coastlines on the island, located on the southwest coast of the Pafos (Paphos) district.
According to the legend, the Ancient Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty - Aphrodite - was born of the sea foam here. Legend tells that she rose from the waves and was escorted on a shell to this particular beach.
The giant rock formations, which are seen at the same location are linked with another - more recent - legend which tells that the Byzantine hero Digenis Akritas heaved them there to keep the Saracens Arabs (7th-10th centuries) at bay. The name of Petra tou Romiou (‘rock of the Greek’ in Greek) comes from the hero.
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Petra tou Romiou
Birthplace of Aphrodite - Aphrodite’s mythical birthplace ‘Petra tou Romiou’ is an interesting geological formation of huge rocks along one of the most beautiful coastlines on the island, located on the southwest coast of the Pafos (Paphos) district.
According to the legend, the Ancient Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty - Aphrodite - was born of the sea foam here. Legend tells that she rose from the waves and was escorted on a shell to this particular beach.
The giant rock formations, which are seen at the same location are linked with another - more recent - legend which tells that the Byzantine hero Digenis Akritas heaved them there to keep the Saracens Arabs (7th-10th centuries) at bay. The name of Petra tou Romiou (‘rock of the Greek’ in Greek) comes from the hero.
Highest mountain of Cyprus. Many hiking and cycling trails begin from Troodos square.
*a good idea should’ve been to book a safari to visit some of these areas.
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Troodos Hotel
Highest mountain of Cyprus. Many hiking and cycling trails begin from Troodos square.
*a good idea should’ve been to book a safari to visit some of these areas.
Archeological Sites in Kato Paphos District (all visiting in a few hours)
A must visit in the heart of tourist area of Kato Paphos. A lovely place with a huge history.
The Pafos (Paphos) Mosaics are considered among the finest in the eastern Mediterranean and form part of the Archaeological Park of Kato Pafos, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list since 1980. They were discovered in 1962, after a farmer ploughing his field accidently unearthed one of them.
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Pafos Mosaics
19 Pafias AfroditisA must visit in the heart of tourist area of Kato Paphos. A lovely place with a huge history.
The Pafos (Paphos) Mosaics are considered among the finest in the eastern Mediterranean and form part of the Archaeological Park of Kato Pafos, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list since 1980. They were discovered in 1962, after a farmer ploughing his field accidently unearthed one of them.
The Tombs of the Kings is a large necropolis lying about two kilometres north of Paphos harbour. In 1980, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Konungagravar
63 Tombs of the Kings AveThe Tombs of the Kings is a large necropolis lying about two kilometres north of Paphos harbour. In 1980, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Fabrica Hill is a limestone mountain, rather a small hill, which in the depths of which are concentrated such historical sights of Paphos such as: quarries, pebble mosaic, cave lovers or Agios Agapitikos cave and an amphitheater.
Tip: A walk over the new bridge is must when you visit the area. Avoid it during the mid-day in Summer period.
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Fabrica Hill
Ayiou AyapitikouFabrica Hill is a limestone mountain, rather a small hill, which in the depths of which are concentrated such historical sights of Paphos such as: quarries, pebble mosaic, cave lovers or Agios Agapitikos cave and an amphitheater.
Tip: A walk over the new bridge is must when you visit the area. Avoid it during the mid-day in Summer period.
A chapel that forms part of a small underground complex of chamber tombs from the Hellenistic period. In Medieval times the site was a popular pilgrimage and has also been called ‘The Chapel of the Seven Sleepers’, or ‘The Seven Maccabees’.
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Agia Solomoni Catacomb
100 Apostolou Pavlou AveA chapel that forms part of a small underground complex of chamber tombs from the Hellenistic period. In Medieval times the site was a popular pilgrimage and has also been called ‘The Chapel of the Seven Sleepers’, or ‘The Seven Maccabees’.
Shopping places near Apartment
Pit Stop 3 - Mini market
51 Β6Very convenient mini Market 24/7.
Nice bakery where you could find fresh snacks, sweets, drinks and coffee.
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Zorbas Bakery
65 Eleftheriou VenizelouNice bakery where you could find fresh snacks, sweets, drinks and coffee.
Kings Avenue Mall
2 Λεωφ. Τάφοι των ΒασιλέωνMall of Paphos
Beaches
The closest beautiful beach from the apartment.
(I use to go there for swimming very often).
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SODAP Beach
The closest beautiful beach from the apartment.
(I use to go there for swimming very often).
Cabana Beach Bar
AyapinorosNew hot spot of Paphos
Become one with locals – In Paphos, it’s a tradition to wake up very early in the morning and go swimming (between 5:30am to 7:00am), before go to work – Here is the place!
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Kato Paphos - Ta Mpania
Become one with locals – In Paphos, it’s a tradition to wake up very early in the morning and go swimming (between 5:30am to 7:00am), before go to work – Here is the place!
In Peyia Village. You could combine it with a visit to sea caves, Endro III and Oniro by the sea for breakfast or lunch or dinner (MUST book a table well in advance - can book online via their web page). Antico restaurant is an excellent choice too. Fantastic sunset.
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Coral Bay Beach
In Peyia Village. You could combine it with a visit to sea caves, Endro III and Oniro by the sea for breakfast or lunch or dinner (MUST book a table well in advance - can book online via their web page). Antico restaurant is an excellent choice too. Fantastic sunset.
Breakfast and Brunch
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Amazing sea view in the heart of the touristic area - (Kato Paphos**) - 2Km
**There are 3 more Nero Café in Paphos (in the city center, in the old town and in Kings Avenue Mall)
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Caffè Nero
6 Poseidonos AveAmazing sea view in the heart of the touristic area - (Kato Paphos**) - 2Km
**There are 3 more Nero Café in Paphos (in the city center, in the old town and in Kings Avenue Mall)
Very nice for brunch and light meals all day long, not far away from the flat (City Center) 0.3Km
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Omikron Brunch
25 MartiouVery nice for brunch and light meals all day long, not far away from the flat (City Center) 0.3Km
Great for sweets, salads and snacks, not far away from the flat (City Center) - 0.3Km
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Let Them Eat Cake
2 Agiou TheodorouGreat for sweets, salads and snacks, not far away from the flat (City Center) - 0.3Km
Suite48 Grill & Lounge Bar
48 Poseidonos AveNice sea view - chill out with nice options for bites,
Lunch and Dinner
Traditional Cypriot cuisine
*ask for the meze (Cypriot tapas ) to experience the local cuisine
Fettas Tavern
Very nice selection of local dishes - (City Center) – 0,5Km
Agora Tavern
1 Kenedy SquareOld city – 1Km
Hondros
Apostolou Pavlou AvenueKato Paphos – 1,9Km
Cypriot Kebab House
* A must try when visiting Cyprus
**Not fancy restaurants, but they all offer a budget kebab that’s very authentic and tasty.
**Try traditional mix kebab pitta or pitta with Halloumi (Cypriot cheese) and Lountza (smoked pork tenderloin) for a taste of local flavors.
***Mix Pitta: Sheftalia (rolled minced meat with herbs), souvlakia (pieces of meat grilled on a skewer) and salad in a Cypriot pitta bread
Taverna o Mixalos
18 Ioanni AgrotiCity Center - 0.5Km
Gennadios Souvlakia
Apostolou Pavlou AvenueKato Paphos - next to Kings Avenue Mall) - 1.2Km