Cypriot History
Cyprus has a big wealth of history with many sites just beggiing to
be explored! In Ayia Napa
there is an abundance of secrets to discover when you rent your holiday
apartment or holiday villa from Break in Cyprus! The evidence of this islands
history will make for an amazing holiday for all the family!
Paphos
Dont miss the fantastic Mosaics Of Paphos
Found within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Pathos
mosaics are one of the most fantastic and
beautiful in the Mediterranean. Covering all the floors, the walls and even
covering complete villas, the mosaics
demonstrate scenes taken from Greek mythology in the houses of Aion, Dionysos
and Theseus .
Be sure to visit the famous Aphrodite Rock
Said to be the actual birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess
of love, this huge rock stands
out magnificently in the sea. It will take just a 30 min drive along the Pafos to Lemesos road to
lead you to the Aphrodite Rock, As you go you will be steered through some wonderful views as you travel there. Otherwise,
there is also a 10 min route via the motorway . Once you arrive there, soak up the breath-taking views out to sea, and stand
at the very place where Aphrodite is said to have rose.
Dont miss the Tomb Of The Kings
These amazing underground tombs are dated from the 4th century.
They are Carved deep into the ground,
and some tombs are grand enough to represent the houses of the living
with Doric columns and
painted images on the walls. Beswides what the name implies, Tombs of the
Kings, no kings were actually laid to rest in this place, but
instead, aristocrats. the majestic character
of the tombs is the reason for the name. Archeoligists are still carrying
out excavation work on newly discovered tombs, but you can go and see the
tombs which have already been uncovered just two kilometres north-west of
Paphos Port. Your trip to the beautiful island of Cyprus wouldnt be complete
without going to the Tombs.
Castles
At Limassol be sure to go and see the Castle as this is one of the area's most well known sites, built on the land where 'Richard the Lionheart' was once married according to legend. This amazing castle has stood strong since the 14th century and has at one time been used as a prison, also as a base for the British forces, and nowadays it houses the Cyprus Medieval Museum. To the west of Limassol you can find Colossi Castle, which is surrounded by the most beautiful gardens. Both of these are very popular tourist attractions offering fantastic views. When you rent a villa or holiday accomodation from break in cyprus be sure to make a visit to these unmissable destinations.
Ayia Napa Monastery
This is the very monastery that gave its name to the
city. Ayia Napa Monastery, is medieval and is located
next to the main square in Ayia napa and is surrounded by very large walls
for its protection. The main entrance islocated through a stone archway,
once through you will find an octagon-shaped fountain which still stands
in the courtyard. This is another truly unmissable attraction that you need
to fit in between the sun, sand and lazy days spent at your ayia napa villa
rental or other holiday accomodation arranged by break in cyprus!
