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Ammochostos-Sites and Monuments

Macronissos Tombs

The site consists of 19 rock - cut tombs, a small sanctuary and an ancient quarry situated west of Agia Napa in the Macronissos area. The tombs were used during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

Address: Agia Napa, Ammochostos

Agia Napa Monastery

This charming medieval monastery dedicated to ''Our Lady of the Forests'' stands in the middle of the village of Agia Napa surrounded by a high wall. Both the village and the monastery take their name from the ancient Greek word for wooded valley "Napa"– a reference to the morphology of the area in the past. Built like a medieval castle around 1500 AD, Agia Napa Monastery is the best known landmark of the village as well of the surrounding area. The ancient sycamore tree in front of the south gate is believed to be over 600 years old.

Address: Agia Napa, Ammochostos
Operating Hours: Winter: 09:30 - 15:00, Summer: 09:30 - 21:00
Operating Period: All year round

 


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