Cyprus is a country with a rich archaeological heritage dating back to 5,800 BC. Blessed with a subtropical climate, this island really merits a visit. I’m sharing my memories of Cyprus past and present together with suggestions of what to see and do, as part of #ThrowbackThursday. APHRODITE’S ROCK Also known as Petra tou Romiou or Rock of the Greek, Aphrodite’s Rock is a popular tourist attraction situated on the road from Paphos to Limassol.
Famous as the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, it’s an idyllic spot. The currents here are quite strong so it’s best not to swim here. There’s a restaurant called Petra tou Romiou on the hill nearby with great sea views. KYKKOS MONASTERY Take a trip to the Troodos mountains in the centre of the island to see some impressive Byzantine monasteries and churches forming a UNESCO World Heritage site. Kykkos Monastery is one..The post Cyprus Past and Present: What to See and Do appeared first on Luxury Columnist.