Historic Places of Cyprus Gallery – A Visual Journey Through Time
Cyprus is an island where history doesn’t just rest in books — it rises from the ground, carved into cliffs, built into stone walls, and preserved in ruins that still hold atmosphere and meaning. In our Historic Places of Cyprus gallery, we invite you to discover the island’s past not as something distant, but as something still visible, tangible, and quietly powerful.
This Historic Places of Cyprus collection is a visual journey through some of the island’s most meaningful historic sites — from coastal theatres and sacred sanctuaries to medieval fortresses, mountain watchtowers and forgotten settlements. Each photograph in this Historic Places of Cyprus gallery captures not only architecture, but emotion: the light passing through a broken arch, the silence inside a once-crowded chapel, the timeless weight of stone shaped by centuries.
Whether you’re drawn to ancient cities, Byzantine churches, Crusader castles or remote locations whispered about in legend, the Historic Places of Cyprus gallery offers a first encounter — an invitation to explore deeper and to feel the island through its heritage.
The past is closer than you think.
Let the images of Historic Places of Cyprus guide you there — and inspire your next journey across Cyprus.
Apollon Hylates Cyprus and Kourion Cyprus are among the island’s most compelling archaeological sites, showcasing the religious devotion, urban sophistication, and architectural legacy of ancient Cypriot civilizations. Set amid the stunning landscapes near the modern city of Limassol, these two sites reveal the cultural and spiritual heart of Cyprus from the Archaic period through Roman times.
Embark on a journey through Cyprus’ rich history with our exclusive tour to Kourion, Apollon Hylates & Kolossi Castle. Begin at Kourion, one of the most significant ancient cities on the island, where you’ll marvel at the well-preserved amphitheater and breathtaking mosaics. Next, explore the Apollon Hylates Sanctuary, once a major religious center dedicated to the Greek god Apollo. Finally, step into the medieval era at Kolossi Castle, a Crusader fortress with a fascinating past linked to the Knights of St. John.