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Birthplace of Aphrodite
At the rocky beach of Petra tou Romiou on the coast near Paphos, the Greek goddess of love Aphrodite is said, according to mythology, to have been born from the sea foam, making the picturesque stretch of coast a popular romantic photo spot.
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Tombs of the Kings
Despite their name, the monumental rock-cut burial chambers from the 4th century BC did not serve kings but wealthy citizens and high officials of the Hellenistic and Roman era as their final resting place.
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Roman Mosaics
The archaeological site of Kato Paphos houses, in several Roman villas, exceptionally well-preserved floor mosaics with mythological scenes, among the finest and most detailed of their kind in the entire eastern Mediterranean.
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Paphos Harbour Castle
The medieval fortress at the harbor was originally built by the Byzantines and later reinforced by the Ottomans, offering with its tower a picturesque view over the small fishing harbor and the coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paphos

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How do I get to Paphos?
Paphos Airport is served directly by numerous European cities several times a week and is located only about ten kilometers from the city center.
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Where was Aphrodite said to have been born?
At the rocky beach of Petra tou Romiou on the coast near Paphos, the Greek goddess of love Aphrodite is said, according to mythology, to have been born from the sea foam, making the picturesque stretch of coast a popular romantic photo spot.
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Who was buried in the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos?
Despite their name, the monumental rock-cut burial chambers from the 4th century BC did not serve kings but wealthy citizens and high officials of the Hellenistic and Roman era as their final resting place.
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Why is Paphos famous for its mosaics?
The archaeological site of Kato Paphos houses, in several Roman villas, exceptionally well-preserved floor mosaics with mythological scenes, among the finest and most detailed of their kind in the entire eastern Mediterranean.