Places to see
Omodos Village
22/01/10 13:05
The village is situated in 11 km southwest of Platres. A wine producing village, once the property of Sir John De Brie, Prince of Galilee, with the Monastery of Stavros, 'Holy Cross', standing by the stone-paved square. The monastery contains old icons, excellent wood carving and other ecclesiastical objects of interest, as well as a small National Struggle Museum. A traditional wine press known as 'linos', has been restored in an old house. A festival is held in the village every August, and there is a large religious fair on the 14th of September.
Troodos Mountains
31/08/09 14:25
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the beach resorts and visit the Troodos Mountains. The cooler mountains found at the centre of the island are dotted with tiny villages, forest paths, and ancient monasteries. The locals are very proud of their cultural heritage: some of the monasteries date back to the Byzantine period. People here are very hospitable and friendly. It is a beautiful region, with great hiking and walking opportunities. The main highlight is the Kykkos monastery, that dates back to the 11th century.