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Paphos

Paphos (Greek: Παφος - Pafos; Turkish: Baf/Kasaba) is a city on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. The city has an estimated population of 26,530, with 52,800 living in the urban rea.

According to legend, Paphos is the birthplace of Aphrodite (the goddess of love and beauty), who rose from the sea (see Rock of Aphrodite). In classical times, Paphos was the center of worship of Aphrodite, not just in Cyprus but for the entire region, and the foundation walls of a large ancient temple of Aphrodite are still discernable.

Other historic sites in the area include the Castle of Paphos in the harbor area, which was originally built by the Byzantines, and then dismantled and rebuilt repeatedly during the periods of the Lusignans, the Venetians and the Ottomans. Additionally in the area, there is the Tombs of the Kings, a burial site used from the 4th century BCE, many early Christian catacomb sites, and numerous Roman ruins - including many beautiful mosaics.

Tourists and visitors to Paphos will also want to be sure to visit the Coral Bay area, which is about 6 kilometers (4 miles) to the North of the town. Coral Bay has many restaurants and bars, and also has a wonderful sandy beach (which many c consider to be one of the best beaches in Cyprus).

Town and Church in Village of Pedhoulas, Troodos Massif, Pafos, Cyprus Photographic Print
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Here are some attractions and places of interest in the Paphos area:

Coral Bay, about 6 kilometers (4 miles) North of Paphos
Pafos Bird Park to the North of Paphos
Paphos Aphrodite Water Park
Paphos Castle
Paphos Harbour
Rock of Aphrodite ("Petra Tou Romiou") between Paphos and Limassol
Snake George Reptile Park to the North of Paphos, near Coral Bay
Tombs of the Kings

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Paphos Harbour, Cyprus, Europe 12" X 9" Photographic Print Artist: John Miller.	Castle Guarding the Harbour at Paphos, Cyprus, Mediterranean, Europe 16" X 12" Photographic Print Artist: Miller John.	Paul at Paphos, from 'The Story of Paul Retold' 16" X 16" Giclee Print Artist: Clive Uptton.
Exterior of Christian Church, St. Georges Church at Paphos on the West of the Island, Cyprus 12" X 16" Photographic Print Artist: Teegan Tom.	Byzantine Castle Dating from the 2nd Century AD, Destroyed in an Earthquake, Kato Paphos, Cyprus 16" X 12" Photographic Print Artist: Short Michael.	Columns and Ruins at St. Pauls Church, Paphos, Cyprus, Europe 16" X 12" Photographic Print Artist: Miller John.

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Paphos: Land of Aphrodite - The Complete Fully Illustrated Travel Guide

By Renos Lavithis

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SPIRIT OF THE VILLAGE

By Sandra Sizmur

Released: 2007-06-20
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In the five years of living high above the melee that is Paphos and Polis we have enjoyed ourselves. From the freezing cold of the winter, when the exposed water systems on the old roofs burst their pipes, to the heat of the summer, made bearable only by the breeze that altitude brings, we have lived with the villagers and their animals. It isn’t as though there wasn’t trouble at times. How could so few inhabitants war over water, boundaries and even artichokes? Why were some more equal than others when govenment money was about to spent?

Paphos,Land of Aphrodite 6th Pb

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Interworld Publications
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Paphos: Land of Aphrodite

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Paphos: Land of Aphrodite

By Renos Lavithis

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