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Kalopanayiotis Village
Kalopanayiotis is located in the evergreen valley of Setrachos river on the northern slopes of the Troodos range. It is one of the fourteen villages of the Marathasa area, the most mountainous area of Cyprus. The village is 70 km away from Nicosia and Limassol and is the first village to come across as one enters the Marathasa valley driving up from Nicosia.
Coming from Nicosia follow the road to Kykko Mon turning left at Astromeritis and right just before Evrichou heading towards Kalopanayiotis – Kykko. Driving up from Limassol the easiest route is to drive towards Moniatis – Saitas turn right just before Moniatis through the village of Kato Amiantos, past Kakopetria and Evrichou and left at the junction 3 km past Evrichou torward Kalopanayiotis – Kykkos.
The area in which lies the village of Kalopanagiotis been known since ancient times but the village did not exist before the eleventh century. According to Mr. Myriantheas (“Studies”, 1991), during the pre-Christian period due to sulphide mineral springs, was hydrotherapy, dedicated to the god Asklepios (Asklepieion), which operated under the protection of the kings of Solon, where later They built the monastery of Ag. Irakleidios and Ag. Ioannis Illuminator. The buildings of spas that seems only used to house the “patient” and the spa was a stone basin that was carved in the position flowing from the thermal waters, the bed of the small “river” Setrachou. Spas can see a visitor today, a few meters away from the monastery, near the Venetian bridge.
The House of Lavrentios
The Byzantine Museum
The House of Lavrentios
This was the martyrs’ Lavrentios family house which has been recently restored and converted into a conference and cultural center.
The House of Lavrentios
This was the martyrs’ Lavrentios family house which has been recently restored and converted into a conference and cultural center. Lavrentios was the bishop of Kyrenia who was executed by the Ottoman Turks in 1821. He was born in Kalopanayiotis and lived the first 16 years of his life in the village attending school at the nearby monastery of Lampadistis. The museum of Lavrentios is housed in one of the ground floor rooms whose original character has not been altered.
The Byzantine Museum
It is situated next to the Lampadistis monastery. Here one can find exhibited ecclesiastical artifax that survived though the centuries in the monastery and the other village churches.
The Byzantine Museum
It is situated next to the Lampadistis monastery. Here one can find exhibited ecclesiastical artifax that survived though the centuries in the monastery and the other village churches. All the exhibits have been well maintained and preserved. The building served as the first primary school of the village. It was converted to a museum in October 2000.
The House of Lavrentios
This was the martyrs’ Lavrentios family house which has been recently restored and converted into a conference and cultural center.
The House of Lavrentios
This was the martyrs’ Lavrentios family house which has been recently restored and converted into a conference and cultural center. Lavrentios was the bishop of Kyrenia who was executed by the Ottoman Turks in 1821. He was born in Kalopanayiotis and lived the first 16 years of his life in the village attending school at the nearby monastery of Lampadistis. The museum of Lavrentios is housed in one of the ground floor rooms whose original character has not been altered.
The Byzantine Museum
It is situated next to the Lampadistis monastery. Here one can find exhibited ecclesiastical artifax that survived though the centuries in the monastery and the other village churches.
The Byzantine Museum
It is situated next to the Lampadistis monastery. Here one can find exhibited ecclesiastical artifax that survived though the centuries in the monastery and the other village churches. All the exhibits have been well maintained and preserved. The building served as the first primary school of the village. It was converted to a museum in October 2000.
Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
Ayios Andronikos and Saint Athanasia Chapel
Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
It is situated on the east side of the Setrachos river opposite the old village center. In 1985 UNESCO included the monastery together with eight other…
Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
It is situated on the east side of the Setrachos river opposite the old village center. In 1985 UNESCO included the monastery together with eight other chapels on the Troodos range in the world heritage list. The monastery with its well preserved frescos, icons, wood carved doors etc is one of the most interesting byzantine sites of Cyprus and this together with the six other 13th – 17th century chapels rightly justify Kalopanayiotis being referred to as “the byzantine destination of Cyprus”. The katholicon (monastery church), which is dedicated to Saint Herakleidios, is dated to the 11th century. Among the wall-paintings of the narthex there is an inscription, dated to the 15th century, which describes this church as “katholiki”
Ayios Andronikos and Saint Athanasia Chapel
This church is a remarkable ancient monument and enjoys the care of the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus.
Ayios Andronikos and Saint Athanasia Chapel
This church is a remarkable ancient monument and enjoys the care of the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus. It consists of the sanctuary, the nave and narthex. He pointed tiled roof as almost all Byzantine churches of the village and retains a large number of frescoes of the 16th century. Unfortunately, the southern wall of the church collapsed due to poor maintenance and destroyed him and the wall paintings that adorned it.Today we can admire in the west pediment “Dramatic Crucifixion” and the arch of the sanctuary the Virgin between the archangels. In the northern wall there are zones with Saints as the Saints Vechianos, Peter and Paul, Anthony and Savvas Saint Barbara and Saint Friday. The venerated image of Saints Andronikos and Athanasia (13th-14th century) which was stolen in 1936 and found in New York after 70 years is one of the treasures of eikonofylakiou. The church celebrates on October 9.
Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
It is situated on the east side of the Setrachos river opposite the old village center. In 1985 UNESCO included the monastery together with eight other…
Agios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery
It is situated on the east side of the Setrachos river opposite the old village center. In 1985 UNESCO included the monastery together with eight other chapels on the Troodos range in the world heritage list. The monastery with its well preserved frescos, icons, wood carved doors etc is one of the most interesting byzantine sites of Cyprus and this together with the six other 13th – 17th century chapels rightly justify Kalopanayiotis being referred to as “the byzantine destination of Cyprus”. The katholicon (monastery church), which is dedicated to Saint Herakleidios, is dated to the 11th century. Among the wall-paintings of the narthex there is an inscription, dated to the 15th century, which describes this church as “katholiki”
Ayios Andronikos and Saint Athanasia Chapel
This church is a remarkable ancient monument and enjoys the care of the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus.
Ayios Andronikos and Saint Athanasia Chapel
This church is a remarkable ancient monument and enjoys the care of the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus. It consists of the sanctuary, the nave and narthex. He pointed tiled roof as almost all Byzantine churches of the village and retains a large number of frescoes of the 16th century. Unfortunately, the southern wall of the church collapsed due to poor maintenance and destroyed him and the wall paintings that adorned it.Today we can admire in the west pediment “Dramatic Crucifixion” and the arch of the sanctuary the Virgin between the archangels. In the northern wall there are zones with Saints as the Saints Vechianos, Peter and Paul, Anthony and Savvas Saint Barbara and Saint Friday. The venerated image of Saints Andronikos and Athanasia (13th-14th century) which was stolen in 1936 and found in New York after 70 years is one of the treasures of eikonofylakiou. The church celebrates on October 9.
Healing Waters
Healing Waters
The sulphur springs can be found at the banks of river Setrachos next to the Venetian bridge. The healing properties of the waters were known since antiquity. The whole area was part of the ancient Kingdom of Soli whose kings used the area as their wellness resort combining it with their hunting outings. It is said that a temple dedicated to Aesclipious, to the ancient god of healing, was situated on the same spot where the Lampadistis Monastery stands today. The spa waters have been used throughout the ages to this day for their healing properties.
Churches and Chapels
Churches and Chapels
In the village one can visit the two churches (19th – 20th century) and six chapels (13th – 17th century) the most interesting being the Theoskepasti, Agios Andronikos and Agios Archangelos.
Cycling
Cycling
It is countless trails in the area to individual roads suitable for this activity. Note that only the main road Kalopanayiotis – Troodos has a lot of traffic. The rural roads House Kalopanayiotis Moutoullas ideal for cycling (see. Kalopanayiotis Charter). In any accommodation rented bikes for the regulars.
Phototography
Phototography
The beauties and attractions impress visitors. Considered perfect destination for photography groups and generally for lovers of photographic art.
The Venetian Bridge
The Venetian Bridge
The Venetian bridge constructed in traditional stone masonary consists of a single span arch and dates back to the Venetian times (16th century). Until recently it served as the only access between the village and the monastery. Nearby is the point where, according to tradition, St. Paul and St. Barnabas baptized St. Heracledios the first Bishop of Cyprus.
Architectural Heritage
Architectural Heritage
One of Kalopanayiotis main attractions is the large number of houses built in the old mountain village traditional style. Many of the old houses are built in this manner and the department of Antiquity has declared them “monuments” or “properties for preservation”. These houses are being gradually restored in co-operation with the antiquities department and converted into tourist accommodation units. The European Union has been very instrumental in facilitating finances for these projects.
Natural Spa
Natural Spa
The Kalopanagiotis is known as the chief spa town of Cyprus. The visitor here can benefit from the thermal baths of sulphurous waters, the spa, massage and swimming. These services are offered in some accommodation establishments.
The Watermill
The Watermill
There were five watermills in operation along the valley and all five sites are still visible. The Kykko watermill has been declared a “heritage monument” by the Cyprus Department of Antiquities. An imposing site characteristic of the pre industrial period architecture.
Kalopanayiotis Cultural
& Conference Centre
Kalopanayiotis Cultural and Conference Centre
One of Kalopanayiotis main attractions is the large number of houses built in the old mountain village traditional style. Many of the old houses are built in this manner and the department of Antiquity has declared them “monuments” or “properties for preservation”. These houses are being gradually restored in co-operation with the antiquities department and converted into tourist accommodation units. The European Union has been very instrumental in facilitating finances for these projects.
Excursions
Excursions
Visits to eat or rest at picnic sites like:
1) “Xerarkaka”, featuring a playground, benches, space for spit roasting and drinking water
2) Area of Thermal Springs, the watermill and the gorge Source for breakfast or snack
3) Picnic area of “Marathos” located on the road Pedoulas – Kakopetria and has drinking water, benches and space for roasting spit
4) Private farms or private riverside parks
Hiking or Running
Hiking or Running
The beautiful trails in the village and surrounding countryside with breathtaking views and rich vegetation, nature trails along the river Setrachou challenge for hikers. “The Study of Nature Trail” is a unique experience.
Fishing
Fishing
In the dams of Kalopanayiotis and Poplar located in Village limits of Kalopanayiotis permitted fishing. The erasitexnes fishermen are keen for dams where trout. Trout survives in mountainous and hilly areas where the switching temperature of the water is steep for this trout do not exist in all dams.
Quad Bike Safari
Quad Bike Safari
Feel the excitement of driving a powerful four-wheel bike in some of the most stunning locations of the Cypriot countryside. The four-wheel motorcycle riding is not dependent on the weather and is therefore an activity for all time.
Excursions to the Surrounding Area
Excursions to the Surrounding Area
The Marathasa is one of the richest parts of Cyprus in culture and natural beauty. Meet the famous monasteries of Kykkos Trikoukkia and Trooditissa and picturesque villages Marathasa. In “Myrianthous Earth” edition of the Cultural Centre Kalopanayiotis you will find useful information on the surrounding villages.
The best Restaurants in the Village of Kalopanayiotis
Theoxenia Kalopanayiotis
| TIME 10:00 am – 11:00 pm |
FOR RESERVATIONS Tel: +357 22 952000 |
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Pantheon
| TIME 10:00 am – 22:00 pm |
FOR RESERVATIONS Tel: +357 22 952444 |
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Byzantino Restaurant
| TIME 12:30 am – 11:00 pm |
FOR RESERVATIONS Tel: +357 22 952444 |
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Restaurant Loutraki
| TIME 12:00 am – 22:00 pm |
FOR RESERVATIONS Tel: +357 22 952444 |
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