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Photo of Attraction |
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Nearest Town/Village |
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Tala |
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Region of Cyprus |
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Paphos |
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Distance from Paphos |
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Approx 9Km |
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Driving Time |
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Under 10mins |
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Google Earth |
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Description of Attraction |
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The monastery is popular
with visitors all year round. They come
to see the site of the three caves Agios
Neophytos dug out with his own hands.
The caves are known as the hermitage or
enklistra and it was here he lived for
part of his life. Within the three caves
one was his church, the other his
sanctuary and the third his private
cell. The walls are adorned with
frescoes, some he painted himself and
others painted under his supervision. He
was a writer and scholar and wrote many
manuscripts, some of which have survived
to this day. The
church with many murals and the
buildings of the monastery are 15th
Century and were built approx 200 years
after Agios Neophytos died. His remains
lie in a sarcophagus and his skull in a
silver casket within the church.
Within the monastery
building is an interesting museum
displaying many artefacts and historical
items. There is a small admission fee
for the museum and caves under 2 euro
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Link to Website: |
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http://www.ktisis.org This website is an extensive
link to all cultural sites in Cyprus. |
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Additional Information |
a) There is a lovely cafe adjacent to the car park and all home baking.
b) Near to the cafe are a few tourist shops.
c) Toilet facilities are available in the cafe and near to the car
park.
d) Limited access for wheelchairs.
e) When entering a religious building in Cyprus a dress code is
expected to be followed. (Although not always strictly applied) but
out of respect should be observed. In the main no bare chests, vests
or strappy tops for ladies. Long shorts, trousers for men and skirt
or trousers for ladies. |
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Directions to Location |
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Pass through
Paphos town and continue on the Mesogi Road to nearly the top. You will see a road sign pointing
to turn left for Tremithousa and the Monastery, take this left turn
and the road will eventually lead you directly to the Monastery. |
