Of the myriad Byzantine monuments in the Troodos mountains, this 11th-century monastery church boasts the most enchanting setting. It sits in a lush glade,...

Another church that features on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites, this little church dates from 1474. The frescoes, characteristic of the...

Thousands of ancient cedar trees make up this natural attraction. The majestic trees are closely related to the famous Lebanese cedars, but are indigenous...

This restored inn, dating from the 18th century, has been declared an historic building by the Department of Antiquities and is a fine example of popular...

A pleasant spot to rest, this small waterfall is around 1.5km from the main road, providing a good excuse to get out of the car and stretch your legs....

Just outside the village of Platres, this waterfall is one of the most famous attractions in the area. Though it only stands 12m high, the cool, shady...

The richest monastery in Cyprus, this place demands attention for its political and cultural relevance rather than its decorative or cosmetic merits. The...

Still an active monastery, whose monks adhere to extremely strict doctrines, this place is a site of reverence for pious and non-religious Cypriots alike....

Situated at the summit of a slope in the eastern end of Palaichori, this pleasant church was built somewhere between the 15th and 16th centuries. The...

Until recently, these falls (which are higher than the Kalidonia) were little known, simply because they were so hard to reach. In the last few years the...

A manually-operated mill used for producing olive oil sits in a traditional wood and stone-built room. The heavy grindstone and wicker baskets complete the...

A well-preserved and resplendently painted church, this is another gem from UNESCO's list of heritage sights. The wall paintings date from 1105 to the early...

This pair of beautifully located 16th- century churches comes under UNESCO's protection, and in late 2008 the smaller, timber-roofed chapel of Archangelou...

This 12th-century church is considered one of the finest Byzantine churches on the island. The brushwork is typical of the Comnenian style that's found in...