Christian Paphos. Departure from Limassol

Do you want to learn more about the first steps of the formation of Christianity on Earth, to get in touch with the living history of the birth of the Church of Christ? We offer a trip to the western part of the island and visit the ancient capital of Cyprus, Paphos. Today in Paphos concentrated the largest number of historical sites, some of which are monuments of Christianity.

We'll visit:

- one of the most important Christian shrines - the column of the Apostle Paul, where the saint was scourged;

- ruins of the Christian temple of Panagia Chrysopolitissa (IV-X centuries), Roman and Byzantine mosaics and the temple of St. Paul. Kiriyaki of the fifteenth century;

Catacomb churches of the first Christians, which were located in caves and former quarries;

- the monastery of St. Neophyte the Recluse, where we will feel the peace reigning everywhere and visit the rocky church of the saint;

- the monastery of Chrysoryatissa with the miraculous icon of the Mother of God of the Golden Grenade;

- the first Cypriot monastery - Agia Moni, founded by St. Nicholas on the ruins of a pagan temple.

In addition, on the way back, you will be invited to visit the private wineries of the Paphos area, where you can appreciate the taste and aroma of Cypriot wines, taste them for free, and if you want to buy a bottle or two.

*Prices are indicated taking into account departure from Limassol

The archaeological complex “Early Christian Basilica of Chryssopolis” is located in a place whose religious purpose has been preserved from the 4th century of our era to the present day. Turning on the imagination, you can recreate the appearance of the very first cathedral of Paphos, the house of the bishop, the Latin church of the Benedictine Order of the 13th century. Continues the Christian tradition of the church of St. Kiriyaki of the 15th century, in which Catholic masses are held today.

The monastery of St. Neophyte the Recluse. The first building on the territory of the monastery dates back to the XII century - this is a temple carved in the mountain. Here is also the cell of St. Neophyte, decorated with frescoes of the XIII-XIV centuries. The relics of the saint were found in 1746 and are now in the main church of the monastery. On the territory of the monastery there is a museum, where ancient icons and items of monastery utensils are collected.

The Monastery of Chrysoryatissa, like many other monasteries and churches of Cyprus, is dedicated to the Virgin Mary or the Virgin (Panagia), so it is sometimes also called the Monastery of the Virgin Chrysoryatissa. You will learn the beautiful legend of the foundation and name of this monastery. In the main temple there is an icon of the Most Holy Mother of God, according to legend written by the evangelist Luke himself. You can buy and taste monastery wine and local honey from the apiary nearby, as well as various souvenirs.

Agia Moni translates as a holy monastery. The monastery is a compound of the Kikki monastery. The newly restored main temple is a type of early Christian basilica.

What goes into value
Transport from and to the place of residence, escort and guide services.

What does not enter into value
Food.
Wine tasting at the winery is additionally paid.

What to bring with you:
Clothing suitable for visiting Christian temples.

The starting point of the tour:
Your hotel.