Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)

The Rock of Aphrodite (Paphos) is a famous attraction in the Paphos district. In order to get there, you pass along one of the most beautiful coastlines in Cyprus!...

…and when you reach the Rock ,you will realize that it was well worth your time! :-)

Take the camera with you…it’s time to take some pictures! :-)

Besides, the legend behind it will take you back in time when the Greek Goddess Aphrodite was born.

For more information and pictures of this beautiful attraction click the links below to guide you through the article.


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About the Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)

Petra tou Romiou (it means Rock of the Greek or Rock of the Roman) also known as Aphrodite’s Rock or Rock of Aphrodite is located off the shore along the motorway of Paphos-Limassol.


Important Note: The road sign for the exit towards Aphrodite’s Rock says Petra tou Romiou – not Aphrodite’s Rock or Rock of the Greek.

So be careful when driving on the island…you don’t want to miss the road sign saying Petra tou Romiou otherwise you will miss the exit and the views – Petra tou Romiou, Rock of Aphrodite, Rock of the Greek/Roman = the same place.

According to the legend, Petra tou Romiou (Rock of Aphrodite – Paphos) is the mythical birthplace of the Ancient Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty…Aphrodite. Romans were calling her Venus.

Legend says that Aphrodite was born of the sea foam here. She rose from the waves and was escorted on a shell to the beach.

A myth says that if you swim around the rock 3 times it will bring you good luck, fertility, eternal youth and beauty and true love.

This rock (Aphrodite’s Rock-Petra tou Romiou) along with other giant rock formations are located along the coastline of the Paphos district; a beautiful area-coastline that is worth your time to visit. This coastline is one of the most beautiful, breathtaking coastlines on the island!

If you have a rental car and you wish to visit Petra tou Romiou in Paphos (Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos), please read the important note above.


Pictures of the Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos

Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)
Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)
View of the Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos (Petra tou Romiou in Greek) from afarView of the Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos (Petra tou Romiou in Greek) from afar
The Beautiful Coastline in Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou in Greek), Paphos, CyprusThe Beautiful Coastline in Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou in Greek), Paphos, Cyprus
Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)

…And that wraps up our article on the Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos. We hope you have a great holiday here on our island! Enjoy :-)