Tranquil forestry station deep in Paphos Forest featuring an enclosure for the endemic Cyprus mouflon.
Stavros tis Psokas is the operational heart of the Paphos Forest Forestry Department. Its primary highlight is the protected wildlife enclosure housing the Cyprus mouflon (Agrino)—the island's iconic horned wild sheep.
Surrounded by giant plane trees and fragrant pines, the site offers a serene picnic area by the stream, a historic timber chapel, and forestry guest lodges.
Take the scenic mountain road from Polis via Lysos (30 km) or from Kykkos Monastery.
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Secluded mountain sanctuary home to thousands of indigenous Cyprus short-needled cedars and forest air.
Wonderful from April to November; the dense evergreen canopy offers natural cooling in summer.
12th-century mountain monastery famed for sacred icons, heritage wine cellars, and sweeping valley terrace views.
Fresh mountain air makes this a delightful escape from summer coastal heat.
Cyprus's wealthiest and most celebrated imperial monastery, with golden mosaics and an icon attributed to Apostle Luke.
Open daily throughout the year; a serene alpine mountain sanctuary.
Secluded 16th-century Venetian stone bridge with a soaring semicircular arch deep inside the Xeros River forest.
Best in winter and spring when the Xeros River flows beneath the arch; cool and shaded in summer.
Serene miles-long dark sand and pebble beach where fragrant pine forests reach down to the water's edge.
Great from May through October; spectacular sea sunsets year-round.
The largest and most photogenic 16th-century Venetian stone arch bridge spanning the Diarizos River in Paphos Forest.
Spectacular in winter and spring when the river flows strong; cool and shaded in summer.
