A Region Shaped by Thousands of Years of History

The region around Paphos is one of the most culturally significant areas in the eastern Mediterranean. Here, past and present exist side by side: ancient sites, early Christian buildings, and traditional villages tell the story of a history that remains visible to this day.

Once a royal city and later a Roman administrative centre, Paphos is now a place where culture is not merely displayed, but truly experienced.

Antiquity & Archaeology

• Paphos Archaeological Park – Roman villas with world-famous mosaics
• House of Dionysos – mythological mosaic depictions
• House of Theseus – large-scale ancient residence
• Tombs of the Kings – monumental rock-cut tombs from antiquity

Mythology & Nature

• Petra tou Romiou – legendary birthplace of Aphrodite
• Aphrodite’s Baths – a natural site of mythological significance
• Avakas Gorge – impressive limestone gorge
• Akamas Peninsula – protected natural area with dramatic coastal landscapes 

Churches & Religious Sites 

• Panagia Chrysopolitissa – an important early Christian basilica
•  Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa – an active church set within a historic site
•  Agios Neophytos Monastery – monastery with frescoes and a hermitage