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The Villa of Theseus

 

 

The Villa of Theseus is located in the Paphos Archaeological site and is one of the largest finds in the park. These excavations have been ongoing since 1965 and over 100 rooms have been discovered so far.

 

villa of theseus The Villa of Theseus is huge and offers a great photo taking opportunity.

 

pillars at the villa of theseus Some Columns have been restored.

 

excavations There are plenty of excavations on the site and there are wooden walk ways and vantage points in certain areas.

 

murial frescoe This is an amazing mosaic and is one of the finest in the world. It depicts Theseus slaying the Minotaur.

 

column Close up shot of one of the many columns on the site.

 

columns Out of all the Archaeological sites in Cyprus, the Villa of Theseus is my favorite!

 

ruins The view from the Villa is spectacular in places.

 

house of theseus As you can see from the background of this photo the remains are a popular attraction and it can get quite busy if a coach arrives.

 

 

Other places of interest-

Agia Solomoni Catacombs

Agios Georgios

Aphrodite's Rock

Ayia Kyriaki Church

Baths of Aphrodite

Byzantine Castle

Early Christian Basilica

The Gothic Church

House of Aion

Kourio Stadium

Kourion

Lara

Limassol Sculpture Park

Odeon

palaepaphos

Paphos Archaeological Park

Paphos Bird & Animal Park

Paphos Fort

Paphos Lighthouse

Sanctuary of Aphrodite

Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates

St Paul's Pillar

The Villa of Theseus

Tombs of the Kings

Troodos Mountains

 

 

 

 

 

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