Hauntingly scenic deserted stone village with medieval Templar roots on the shores of Asprokremmos Dam.
Once a medieval fiefdom of the Knights Templar, the stone village of Foinikas was gradually abandoned after the filling of the Asprokremmos Reservoir in 1982.
When water levels rise in spring, the lower stone ruins sit right at the turquoise water's edge, creating one of the most dramatic landscapes in the Paphos district.
Accessible via dirt tracks from Nata village or along the eastern shore of Asprokremmos Dam.
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Ancient cliffside amphitheaters, sea caves, and dramatic headlands facing the setting Mediterranean sun.
Practical guide to hiking around Mount Olympus: trail lengths, water springs, terrain, and footwear.
How to spend a perfect day from Limassol or Paphos: a morning waterfall hike, lunch in Omodos, and golden hour at Ancient Kourion.
UNESCO World Heritage sanctuary where the cult of Aphrodite flourished, paired with a Lusignan manor museum.
Great year-round; the indoor manor museum offers shade during warmer days.
Colossal 70-meter freestanding limestone monolith towering over the Ezousa River Valley.
Spring is magical as the river valley blooms with wildflowers and bird songs.
Scenic Natura 2000 river valley trail beneath the towering 70-meter Episkopi limestone monolith.
Best hiked between November and May when the river flows and spring wildflowers bloom.
Rare 9th-century five-domed Byzantine basilica preserving multi-layered frescoes from the 8th to 15th centuries.
Open year-round; cool stone interior in summer.
Historic Sacred Gardens of Aphrodite, protected PGI traditional Loukoumi delights, and 9th-century church.
Wonderful year-round cultural and culinary stop.
Spacious Blue Flag beach protected by breakwaters with grassy lawns, beach bars, and generous free parking.
Great swimming May to November; popular year-round for seaside lunches and walks.
