Cyprus

Cyprus, formally known as the Republic of Cyprus, stands as an island nation nestled in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. Positioned to the north of the Sinai Peninsula, south of the Anatolian Peninsula, and west of the Levant, this country is intricately linked to West Asia. Despite its geographical affiliation, Cyprus boasts cultural connections and geopolitical influences that predominantly align with Southeastern Europe. Cyprus is situated to the east of Greece, north of Egypt, south of Turkey, and west of Lebanon and Syria.

Cyprus

Asklepion in Paphos

Not far from the ancient city of Paphos are the ruins of an ancient temple complex called Asklepion, which was dedicated to Asclepius, the god of healing and medicine.

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Cyprus

Aphrodite's Bath

About 48 kilometres north of Paphos you can find one of the most romantic places in Cyprus - Aphrodite's Baths. This magical place is located on the protected Akamas Peninsula.

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Cyprus

Royal Tombs

Not far from the harbour of Paphos is one of the most grandiose ancient structures not only of this city, but of the whole of Cyprus - the Royal Tombs. These tombs were carved into the rocks of the famous Fabrika Hill during the Ptolemaic era spec... read more

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Cyprus

Kimon Quay

Kimon's Promenade in Larnaca is a very popular holiday destination for locals and tourists alike and can rival the beauty of the promenades in Nice and Cannes.

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Egypt

Khan Al-Khalili Market

Khan-Al-Khalili is a large market in the Muslim neighbourhood of Cairo, one of the city's striking landmarks. The square that Khan-Al-Khalili occupies was originally the site of the Saffron Tomb mausoleum, the burial place of the Fatimid caliphs. Emir Al-Khalili ordered the destruction of the Fatimid cemetery in 1382 in order to build a large caravanserai. At that time, this was the central... read more

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Israel

Church of the Visitation

The Catholic Church of the Visitation in the Jerusalem suburb of Ein Karem is named after one of the most beautiful Gospel episodes - Mary's visit to Elizabeth.

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Greece

Ancient Agora

In the heart of Athens, northwest of the Acropolis, lie the ruins of the Ancient Agora. During the period of ancient Greece (from about the beginning of the 6th century BC) it was the political, financial, administrative, cultural and religious ce... read more

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