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Archeology Photography

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  Returned to the Phaphos Archeological Park yesterday. I had missed a few things initially, this site being one of them. Shown above is all that remains of Saranda Kolones, a 7th century castle destroyed in an earthquake in 1222AD. Surprisingly, the arches have survived to this day!  Not much left to look at but the arches made it a worthwhile visit.  Ancient graves.  Probably empty for over a thousand years Our hotel

Exploring the Old Stuff

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Explored Paphos Harbor, the archeological park, and the Tomb of the Kings today. Julie unfortunately had to work. The photos above and below are all that remains of the House of Theseus, located in the archeological park, a World UNESCO site. The park contains ruins from many different eras. The most notable are the remains of several Roman aristocratic homes.  The archeological park in Paphos is best known for its impressive mosaics, in most cases, all the remains of the aristocratic homes that once stood here in ancient times.  Sculpture next to Paphos Fort, a modern depiction of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. The sculpture is titled “Ponton de Bisous” (French meaning kissing bridge or bridge of kisses).  Legend has it that Aphrodite was born in Cyprus and much historic folklore surrounds her in this place Apparently, it must be good luck to rub her back side Paphos Fort, also known as Paphos Harbor Castle, at the entrance to the harbor. Orinally built in 1222, i...