Exploring the Old Stuff
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 the 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 pillars depicted below are all that remains of the House of Theseus 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 ...
