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BES T OF
THINGS TO SEE I EVENTS I AUTHENTIC CYPRUS
Things to see
GRANDEUR AT THE
TOMBS OF THE KINGS
On e of Cyprus’ m ost
impressive archaeological
sites is located in Nea Paphos
and it is referred to as the so-
called “Tombs of the Kings”, a
huge necropolis of 1.2 square
kilometers. High officials of
the Ptolemaic state, who
served in Paphos at the end
of the 4th century BC, are
buried at the site, joined later
Events I February on by members of wealthy
LIMASSOL CARNIVAL families as well as less wealthy
Both young and old joyously celebrate citizens of ancient Paphos.
the Limassol Carnival, an event that Th e n or th ern an d m ost
takes place every year, 12 days before the magnificent part of the site is
start of the Greek Orthodox Lent period. protected by UNESCO.
Parades, floats, dancing, singing and
various artistic events make up the most Things to see
glamorous Carnival in Cyprus, continuing HIKING THE CALEDONIA WATERFALL
an ancient tradition that dates back to A magical route of 2.4 km takes us through the dense forest and leads us to
Hellenistic times. the Caledonia waterfall, named by Scottish travellers, who were fascinated
by the natural landscape that reminded them of their homeland, Caledonia.
Start the ascent from the path, north of Psilodendro or, alternatively, walk
downhill from Troodos Square – in both cases you will hike along the
charming Kryos Potamos river, which almost never runs dry.
Events I April
RUNNING MARATHONS
Sports lovers have the opportunity to
explore Cyprus’ charms through three
annually organised marathons, two of
which traverse Cyprus’ south coast, while
the third takes place in Nicosia. These top
sporting events are gaining in popularity, PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK
attracting hundreds of world-class
runners.
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