Beach
Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock)
Paphos, Cyprus
The sea stacks and pebble beach where myth says Aphrodite emerged from the waves.
Ruins · Cyprus · Paphos District
Paphos Archaeological Park
Roman villas with detailed mosaic floors beside the harbour, part of ancient Nea Paphos.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Paphos Archaeological Park matters
This site is a collection of Roman villas whose floors are covered in detailed mosaics showing myths and dramatic scenes. You walk on raised paths around them, close enough to see the tiny stones. A small theatre and a ruined fortress also stand within the park. The whole of Paphos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Talking points
- Mosaic floors show scenes from Greek myth.
- Walkways let you look down on them.
- The site is part of Paphos' UNESCO listing.
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Good to know: Go early, as there is little shade and the site is exposed.
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