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Kato Pafos (parking) - Petra tou Romiou

No. Route Type Start Finish Map

City & Suburbs Kato Pafos Petra tou Romiou Download Map


Description

 This route starts from Coral Bay following the coastal road  of Kissonerga, Chlorakas, Kato Paphos, via horbour, the coastal road of Geroskipou and the road to Geroskipou, "Eleouthkia" Park towards Petra tou Romiou.

This route offers the opportunity to enjoy a short trip to the exquisite beautiful landscape according to legend Aphrodite emerged from the waves, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. The Greek name, Petra tou Romiou, is associated with the legendary Byzantine hero, Digenis Akritas, who kept the Saracens at bay in the Gulf with incredible strength. It is said that he lifted a huge rock and threw it into the sea destroying the enemy ships. The area is included in the Aphrodite Cultural Route.

The huge stone is an interesting geological phenomenon that creates one of the most impressive examples of its kind in Cyprus.

Visitors can enjoy swimming in the beautiful scenery and have lunch at the kiosk or restaurant in the area.

The visitor can combine the journey with a visit to the Traditional & Botanical Park (Anarita)  located on the same route just 15 minutes before arriving at Petra tou Romiou. In the Park you can also enjoy traditional food and learn about the rich tradition of Cyprus.


 



Timetable

 

The journey is expected to begin in July.  You will be informed about the program and the frequency of the route as soon as it's available.



Main Bus Stops

Main Bus Stop Location (Pafos) Place of Interest
Kato Paphos (parking) - Aphrodite's waterpark Kato Pafos Places of Interest » u- Route No 14 follows the same route as the routes No 12 & No 15 up to Aphrodite Waterpark
Botanical Park (Anarita) Botanical Park Places of Interest » lf- Botanical Park (Anarita)
Petra tou Romiou Petra tou Romiou Places of Interest » ua- Petra tou Romiou