Living museum of 18th-century vernacular architecture preserved untouched on the slopes of the Troodos foothills.
Fikardou is a virtually uninhabited stone village frozen in time on the eastern slopes of the Troodos range. Awarded the prestigious Europa Nostra diploma, it is preserved under strict antiquities protection.
The 18th-century stone dwellings with timber balconies and red curved roof tiles reflect authentic rural Cypriot life. Restored manor houses such as Katsinioros House and Achilleas House serve as folk museums with historic wine presses and flour mills.
40 km southwest of Nicosia via Klirou and Gourri along scenic winding mountain roads.
No comments yet. Be the first to share a tip.
12th-century Royal Stavropegic monastery nestled in deep pine forests at 900m altitude housing a miraculous Virgin Mary icon.
Inspiring year-round; pine resin perfumes the crisp mountain air in summer.
Highest summit in the Machairas mountain range (1,420m) featuring panoramic vistas and scenic pine trails.
Splendid retreat from summer heat; vibrant wildflowers in spring and crisp forest air in autumn.
Fabled Homeric copper city-kingdom featuring remarkable 6th-century BC stone underground royal burial chambers.
Best visited from October through May; summer visits are best scheduled early in the morning.
Historic nunnery built over the tomb of St. Herakleidios, consecrated by Apostles Paul and Barnabas in 45 AD.
Welcoming year-round; spring fills the cloistered courtyards with blooming roses and citrus blossoms.
Remote 1494 steep-pitched timber-roof UNESCO chapel set in deep pine forest, painted by master Philip Goul.
Open year-round by contacting the village keyholder in advance.
Cyprus's rose capital famed for Damascus rosewater distilleries, artisan spoon sweets, and cured meats.
Visit in May during the celebrated Annual Rose Festival; distilleries and sweet shops welcome guests year-round.
