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The island of Cyprus carries a long history mirrored through archaeological sites scattered in between its cities and the countryside.

Source: 10 Must Visit Archaeological Sites in Cyprus

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The Tombs of the Kings are part of a large necropolis lying north of Paphos Harbor at the westernmost point of the island of Cyprus.

Source: The Tombs of the Kings in Paphos, Cyprus are Unique UNESCO Site

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Discover the best things to do while in Paphos, from Blue Lagoon boat trips to halloumi-making, monasteries and Aphrodite’s Rock.

Source: Best things to do in Paphos – Times Travel

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Given the extreme heat, you’d be forgiven if you felt unable to summon the energy to explore the extensive grounds of the Paphos Archaeological Park, even though the site has been on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1980. Fortunately, in this video you can visit the sprawling remains of the Greco-Roman city vicariously, thanks to the lens of local videographer and wedding photographer George Avgousti.

Source: In the footsteps of the ancients: Paphos Archaelogical Park | Cyprus Mail

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Cyprus – Paphos

The beautiful island of Cyprus is famously the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love. Michael Booker falls under its spell.

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From art installations to music and dance, here’s why Paphos has been crowned European City of Culture 2017 and why you should book your flights pronto…

Men of antiquity worshipped Aphrodite by having sex with her temple maids at Paphos on Cyprus. Now the site is receiving new recognition, writes Andrea Watson.

Source: ‘It was an ancient form of sex tourism’