Archaeological Wonders of Cyprus

On the island of Cyprus, its history lies in many layersacclaimed as some of the best examples of Roman
with different eras being exposed through manyfloor mosaics discovered to date. These mosaics can
archaeological digs which date from prehistoric timesbe found in many places such as: The House of
to the present day. Cyprus offers many opportunitiesDionysos, Theseus, Aion, Orpheus and Four Seasons,
for visitors to explore the history of the countryallowing more opportunity for visitors to see these
through its many archaeological sites:significant sites.
Ancient Kourin is one of the island's most importantThe remarkable site of Ancient Salamis is another
archaeological sites which include extensive ruins andmain archaeological site within Cyprus where visitors
well-preserved mosaics. There are also many morecan spend time exploring the nearby city walls,
key areas of interests such as the public baths, thegymnasium, theatre, Roman baths, villa, forum and
Nymphaeum, the necropolis, the Fountain House, Houseagora, in addition to the Basilica of St Epiphanius and
of Gladiators and House of Achilles. However, thethe temple of Zeus Salaminios.
most spectacular site at Kourin is the Greco-RomanThese archaeological wonders give visitors a chance
amphitheatre, which has been entirely restored and isto explore the true history of the island and also give
currently being used to hold open air musical andgreat sites to see on Cyprus holidays. It is an
theatrical performances.opportunity to deviate from a traditional holiday and
Paphos mosaics are also notable archaeological sites,explore sites which they may never have
which were discovered in 1962 and have beenexperienced.