What to see in Cyprus. Troodos. Cedar valley.

I want to show you one of interesting please in Cyprus its Cedar valley.

Its was first our stop from trip to Trodos. 

Its was so nice get a walk after siting in the car some time. 

Peaceful please for walk for thinking just to relax. 

Only 30 minuts and you in wood. Another side of Cyprus you must see it.

About bananas on Cyprus

I hope everybody knows that banana is a grass like bamboo. And it's one of the height grass in the world. In Cyprus, this grass grows 3-4 meters. The fruits of this grass include berries, which we call bananas.

Bananas in Cyprus

Bananas in Cyprus

Banana plantations  in Cyprus are located  in the Paphos area in the direction to Laci.  They stretch along the coast of the sea, sometimes grabbing a mountain range.  All products are supplied to the domestic market and enjoys a good demand. Perhaps the leaves, flowers and other parts are going to feed the animals. Known fact that the young banana leaves great help heal burns and wounds.

What to see in Cyprus. Empa village.

 Emba (Greek: Έμπα) is one of the largest villages in Paphos, Cyprus. It is spread over a wide area and not only borders Paphos but also the villages of Chlorakas, Kissonerga, Tala, Tremithousa and Mesogi. It has a population of 4,500 people. So, we were there and here are our photos from there -->

Paphos, Emba, Cyprus

Panagias Chryseleousas Church

Paphos, Emba, Cyprus

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What to see in Cyprus. Akamas

The Akamas Peninsula - is the north-western

tip of Cyprus, one of the most unpopulated and undeveloped areas of the island, declared a National Park.

Akamas, Cyprus

Akamas, Cyprus

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What to see in Cyprus. Polemi village.

Tulip Festival in the Polemi village

It is 17 km North-East from Paphos, 460 meters above sea level, with a population of about a thousand people. The village is famous for its vineyards, apple, apricot and almond orchards, the hero of our story began tulips - the pride of the village. But do you know what? We found them there very few! :)

Field of tulips in the village Polemi

Field of tulips in the village Polemi

The coordinates of the Polemi village for GPS navigator:  34,889, 32,509

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What to see in Cyprus. White Rocks near Limassol

Once upon a time... being on Cyprus :) We visited our friends in Limassol :p
And they suggested us to go to a wonderful place on our planet... very beutiful place :)

"White rocks" situated near Limassol. If you are in the city - go out one day to see it and make cool photos for your facebook avatar :)
It is very easy to get there. Go by a motor way to Larnaca direction.  Take a look on the map below

Coordinates: 34 ° 42'21 "N 33 ° 13'59" E

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As for us - we were really impressed. We went from Paphos to Limassol with babies and they were a little bit tired. I'm sorry we could not spend there more time and make even better photos. But even that we made is quite good :) Take a look her ;)

White rocks in Limassol

I believe the best time to come is early morning - not only because of the best light for photos but also it can appear too hot in day time there no shadow and too risky to swim in the sea :)

White rocks in Limassol

What to see in Cyprus. Paphos. Kotsias Beach.

After our visit to Lempa Village we have gone down to the sea. And found a beach. Its was April so we were only visitors. It was windy and a little bit cold for  the time. But everything looked amazing. Blue sea and big white waves!!!

Welcome to the Kotsias Beach in Paphos area!

Kotsias Beach in Paphos

Triplets on beach

How we get here from Lempa Vilage

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What to see in Cyprus. Lempa Prehistoric Village.

The village of Lempa ( Lemba ) located 4 kilometers north of Paphos, between the villages of Kissonerga and Chlorakas. The nature of this extraordinarily beautiful place: the village is situated on the coast, and here you can see a really amazing sea sunset. In the vicinity of Lempa grow the most ancient terebinth, aged about 500 years.
Of the most picturesque villages of the district of Paphos Lamb stands still and its special historical significance. Beautiful countryside near the coast , as well as Lamb is associated with the ancient past, as it is here found one of the oldest settlements in Cyprus.

Lempa Prehistoric Village.

Lempa Prehistoric Village.

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What to see in Cyprus. Paphos. St. Solomoni's Catacombs (Agia Solomoni Catacombs)

Since ancient times, in the center of Paphos is revered place called "Catacombs of St. Solomoni" (Agia Solomoni Catacombs).

If you are planning your holidays in Paphos, you would like to know what interesting you can see for free. The one of such a see sights is mentioned in the title catacombs.
In this article you will find my photos which I did when walking there with my children.
On my opinion Cyprus is good place for cheap holidays. There are plently many another places about which you can read on my blog with many photos of Paphos as always :)

History

According to legend, in the deep dungeons, more like caves, holy Solomoni with her seven sons was hiding from persecution. Around the year 168 AD she and her children fled to the island of Palestine. Here they settled in abandoned quarries. After some time they were discovered and seized. After long tortures and martyrdom of her sons Solomoni died herself. Since then, they have honored the Church of Cyprus. Service of the holy martyrs committed on August 18 new style calendar. Their life coincides with Life saints seven Maccabean martyrs who suffered in 166 BC, whose memory is celebrated on August 14.

St. Solomon's Catacombs

St. Solomon's Catacombs

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What to see in Cyprus. Paphos. Tombs of the Kings.

At the beginning of XX century in the vicinity of Paphos, outside the ancient city, near the sea coast, archaeologists discovered a large underground funerary complex, consisting of several dozen graves cut into the cliffs and thick-called "Tombs of the Kings"

Tombs of the Kings in Paphos

Tombs of the Kings in Paphos

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What to see in Cyprus. Paphos Castle.

Originally built by the Byzantine fortress, the harbor served as protection from invaders. Lusignan castle was built in the 13th century AD, destroyed by the Venetians in the 16th century and restored again by the Turks. It was during the Ottoman period the building was remodeled, expanded and strengthened and now serves only as a distinctive landmark of the city.

Paphos Castle

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What to see in Cyprus. Paphos Archaeological Park.

Paphos Archaeological Park - this is the best open-air museum in Cyprus. It is located in the historic harbor of Paphos.
Paphos Archaeological Park - a set of architectural remains of ancient Greece. UNESCO union park was inscribed on the list of World Cultural Heritage List.

Lets go inside

Also its good plase to make photos

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What to see in Cyprus. Paphos. Harbor.

Paphos itself is situated on the southwest coast of the island . This city was capital of Cyprys in time of Roman occupation. Now the capital of Cyprus is Nikosia.
Near Paphos there are place where  Aphrodite came ashore from the sea foam. Many tourists seeking here to see the famous rock, close to where Aphrodite was born .

 You will be charmed by the warm hospitality with which the inhabitants of Paphos welcome guests .
Our exploration of Paphos we begin from Paphos Harbor.
In the picturesque harbor of Kato Paphos, in the old part of the city you will find many taverns, famous for its fish meze  (dishes made ​​with freshly caught fish). Many people come here  to relax during the day and spend time in the evening.

Paphos. Harbor.

triplets with daddy

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What to see in Cyprus. Polis. Aphrodite bath

I continue to acquaint you with more beautiful island of Cyprus.
In case you are going to travel to Cyprus, what to see and where to go?

First time we traveled to Cyprus in 2010... The is a story for a single separate post. But from that time we have fallen in love with this island. All our further travelings was with a feeling of comparison...

And now let's return to the story :) One of our most favorite place on Cyprus is Polis with its Bath of Aphrodite.
Our trip began in rainy (what is summer rain on Cyprus) day 11th of May 2013. Firstly we even thought to stay to stay at home. But than we made right decision.
All these clouds were dramatically beautiful and that time small rain brought the rainbow what made this trip unforgettable.

11th of May, sea near Bath of Aphrodite

 This photo we made during our first visit was made in this August (2013). After first trip we already fallen in love with the place, nature and views near Polis so much that now we make all our friends to visit it! The water in 11th of August was +26 and on beginning of September it reached +28 degrees of Celsius!!!

28th of August, beach  near Bath of Aphrodite