Top 10 Worth-Visiting Attractions in Paphos

Your Paphos holidays are guaranteed with many historic ruins, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, harbours, panoramic sceneries and breathtaking attractions. Travellers with families should seek for either Cyprus Holiday Apartments or Paphos Holiday Rentals if they want fun-filled and entertaining holidays. Moreover, the best way to explore the top notch attractions in the area is to stick to Cyprus Villas.

Below are given the top notch attractions in the region of Paphos.

1. Paphos Castle: One of the most impressive sights in Paphos is Paphos Castle. This is mainly a fort built during Byzantine Empire. The island has been conquered by many conquerors, which caused repeated destruction and rebuilt of the castle. Get magnificent views and delicious fresh seafood at the best restaurants. You can get to the castle by crossing a bridge.
2. Odeon Amphitheatre: The next attraction would be the Odeon Amphitheatre where you will enjoy theatrical and musical performances. Most families can’t miss the place on Cyprus trips. The area also houses another theatre to visit.
3. The Rock of Digenis or Petra tou Romiou: Stay close to the most popular Paphos Harbour and visit the Rock of Digenis. Petra tou Romiou as it is called; the area has favourable condition for hiking. Moreover, this is the place where Aphrodite was born.
4. Roman Mosaics: Just spend three Euros if you are excited to have some glimpses of beautiful Roman mosaics. They are so beautiful and are found in major places such as the House of Theseus, the House of Dionysus. These are dating back to 2^nd century and house the oldest mosaics. All the mosaics are designed beautifully and signify different myths. Other sites that have magnificent mosaics are Orpheus, Four Seasons and the House of Aion.
5. Byzantine Museum of Paphos: History buffs can visit the museum to discover many Byzantine icons that are between 12^th to 19^th centuries. The museum gives many glimpses of Byzantine period. Buy tickets cost two Euros each to get access Byzantine art. Except Sunday, it remains open every day.
6. Saint Solomoni Church: It is an underground church having catacombs and frescoes of 12^th century. It is an old belief that those who offer a prayer from the tree above the museum will get cured from any disease.
7. Tomb of the Kings: The Tombs of the Kings is a graveyard that interests people for Egyptian influence. The ticket costs only two Euros.
8. Basilica of Panagia Chrysolitissa: This is another site to see on the beautiful island. However, you will see many dilapidated parts as the church was demolished by several Arab invaders in the 7^th century.
9. Kato Akourdaleia Folk Art Museum: Yet another art museum that has ancient and traditional items, which range from farming equipment to clothing and from old photographs to rug making. You are welcome here anytime between Monday to Friday.
10. Paphos Archaeological Museum: Witness works from Neolithic Age and 17^th century here at Paphos Archaeological Museum.

Once you are done with all these major attractions, Paphos has preserved many fun activities on its exotic beaches.