Cyprus is home to several prehistoric sites across the island, with Choirokoitia being one of the largest, and best preserved sites. It also just so happened to be pretty easily accessible. It lies just off the highway about halfway between Limassol and Larnaka and is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Choirokoitia Neolithic Site We …
The ancient ruins of Kourion lie on a coastal cliff, overlooking the Mediterranean sea, just west of the city of Limassol in Cyprus. Kourion is a top spot to explore while on the island, so we made a point to visit once my parents came for a visit. Because of its location near Limassol, you …
The coastal city of Paphos lies on the southwestern-most shore of Cyprus. Easily reached via the A6 highway, it is a very direct route from the primary airport on the island in Larnaka, and is just under an hour’s ride from the major port city of Limassol. Paphos is also home to Cyprus’ second largest …
The Holy Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos was founded between 1081 and 1118 and remains to this day one of the wealthiest and best-known monasteries in Cyprus to this day. It is also one of the top destinations during one’s visit to Cyprus, so we, of course, put it on the itinerary list. Kykkos …
The Mosque of Umm Haram, better known as Hala Sultan Tekke is considered to be the third holiest site in Islam by most Muslims. We visited the site twice during our stay in Cyprus: the first time with my parents who came to visit us after finished up a vacation in Europe; and again with …